Forensic Accounting Intern: Risk & Investigations

Ankura; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 68,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Ankura is seeking a Summer Internship in its Forensics practice in Washington, DC. You’ll operate like a full-time Associate, learning client objectives, and handling financial and accounting records to support investigations and disputes.

Interns perform accounting analyses, prepare reports, and work with associates to deliver analyses on time. Requires pursuing a degree in accounting/finance, strong Excel skills, and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Interest in forensic accounting, investigations, and litigation consulting.
• Pursue CPA licensure after graduation.
• Strong accounting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting-related analyses and present results to project leads.
• Contribute to analyses of client issues, including transactional data and financial statements.
• Develop analyses, prepare reports and schedules for senior staff and clients.
• Document workpapers with clear methodologies and sources.
• Ensure timely, high-quality deliverables within budgets.
• Engage with team members and clients to advance engagements.

Skills

Forensic accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's/Master's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Ankura is seeking a Summer Internship in its Forensics practice in Washington, DC. You’ll operate like a full-time Associate, learning client objectives, and handling financial and accounting records to support investigations and disputes.

Interns perform accounting analyses, prepare reports, and work with associates to deliver analyses on time. Requires pursuing a degree in accounting/finance, strong Excel skills, and willingness to travel as needed.