Forensic Accounting & Litigation Intern - Fall 2026

CBIZ, Inc.; Laguna Niguel, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,062,000 - 55,104,000; Full time

Job summary

CBIZ, Inc. invites you to join as a Forensic Accounting and Litigation Intern for Fall 2026.

This paid internship focuses on reviewing tax returns for various entities, supporting forensic analyses, and building foundational knowledge of accounting frameworks within a litigation context. You will refine written and verbal communication skills, engage with discovery teams, and foster client relationships while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in accounting with plans to achieve CPA eligibility.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, research and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to multi-task, think independently and solve problems in a team environment.
• Solid computer and technical skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Review and summarize federal and state tax returns for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals.
• Support preliminary valuation, forensic, and appraisal analyses under guidance of senior team members.
• Understand accounting frameworks, tax law, audit methodologies, and their forensic applications.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication internally and externally.
• Collaborate with discovery team to inventory and reconcile documents for courts, attorneys, and clients.
• Maintain professional standards and client confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Project management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA eligibility (planning)

Pursuing master’s or bachelor’s in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Intranet software

Job description

CBIZ, Inc. invites you to join as a Forensic Accounting and Litigation Intern for Fall 2026.

This paid internship focuses on reviewing tax returns for various entities, supporting forensic analyses, and building foundational knowledge of accounting frameworks within a litigation context. You will refine written and verbal communication skills, engage with discovery teams, and foster client relationships while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.