Risk Advisory Intern: Damages and Fraud Analysis

BDO USA, LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

BDO USA, LLP, located in Chicago, seeks an Intern to support the Advisory practice. You will gain hands-on experience by assisting in damages and lost profits analyses, data review, and client industry research under guidance from seasoned professionals.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, teamwork, and professional growth as you participate in engagements at various stages and learn practical accounting and finance skills relevant to client service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting, Business Admin, Economics, or Risk Management.
• Professional client service experience preferred.
• Actively pursuing CPA-related coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in quantification of client matters including damages & lost profits claims, product recall matters, data breaches/cyber security incidents, and other matters as required
• Participates in engagement fact finding, including the review of financial records and discussions with client contacts
• Analyzes financial information to establish and support client claims
• Prepares financial schedules and client work products to demonstrate key findings and conclusions
• Researches new business opportunities at the direction of practice leadership
• Other duties as required

Skills

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Pursuing Bachelor's/Master's in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

BDO USA, LLP, located in Chicago, seeks an Intern to support the Advisory practice. You will gain hands-on experience by assisting in damages and lost profits analyses, data review, and client industry research under guidance from seasoned professionals.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, teamwork, and professional growth as you participate in engagements at various stages and learn practical accounting and finance skills relevant to client service.