Forensic Accounting & Litigation Intern: Data & Discovery

CBIZ; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

CBIZ in Los Angeles is seeking a Tax Intern to support partners and staff by reviewing and summarizing federal and state returns for various entities, and assisting with data input for exhibits under supervision.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in accounting, demonstrate strong communication, research, and analytical skills, and are eager to learn in a forensic/litigation context while maintaining client confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and research abilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting (in progress)

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Intranet software

Job description

CBIZ in Los Angeles is seeking a Tax Intern to support partners and staff by reviewing and summarizing federal and state returns for various entities, and assisting with data input for exhibits under supervision.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in accounting, demonstrate strong communication, research, and analytical skills, and are eager to learn in a forensic/litigation context while maintaining client confidentiality.