Forensic Accounting and Litigation Intern | Spring 2027

CBIZ; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CBIZ in Los Angeles, CA is seeking an entry-level accounting/forensic analyst to review and summarize federal and state tax returns for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals. You will support preliminary valuation, data input for expert exhibits, and gain exposure to accounting frameworks and audit methodologies.

This role emphasizes clear written and verbal communication, collaboration with the discovery team, and building professional relationships with client staff

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in accounting with CPA eligibility plans.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and research capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and summarize federal and state tax returns for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals.
• Support preliminary valuation, forensic, and appraisal analyses with data input for exhibits.
• Understand accounting frameworks, tax law, and audit methodologies in forensic contexts.
• Demonstrate professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with discovery team to inventory and reconcile documents for court submissions.
• Build strong relationships with client staff to enhance satisfaction and relationships.
• Provide exceptional service with attention, responsiveness, and focus on client goals.
• Demonstrate problem-solving and critical thinking, knowing when to ask for help.
• Proficient use of Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Maintain highest standards of confidentiality and professional conduct.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in accounting

Plans CPA eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Job description

Description

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Responsibilities

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

• Review and summarize federal and state tax returns for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals
• Support preliminary valuation, forensic, and appraisal analyses, including data input for expert witness exhibits under the guidance of senior team members
• Gain an understanding of accounting frameworks, tax law, audit methodologies, and their applicability in a forensic and litigation environment
• Demonstrate proficiency in written and verbal communication both internally and externally
• Work with the discovery team to inventory and reconcile documents and data in preparation for submission to courts, attorneys, and clients
• Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with all levels of client staff to increase customer satisfaction and to strengthen client relationships
• Pledge to provide exceptional service to every client by providing individual attention, responsiveness and commitment to understanding their goals and needs
• Demonstrate problem-solving and critical thinking skills, knowing when to ask for help
• Exceptional use of applicable technology (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Maintain and comply with the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality and personal conduct

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing a master’s or a bachelor’s degree in accounting with plans to achieve CPA eligibility
• Relevant academic, internship, or work experience in accounting, auditing, or forensic/investigative services
• Active participation in student organizations or work experience in accounting or a related field is a plus

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor's degree
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research and project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Ability to multi-task, think independently and problem solve in a results driven team oriented environment
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Strong computer and technical skills including, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and intranet software