Winter/Spring 2028 Assurance Intern

RubinBrown LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

RubinBrown LLP in Chicago offers an accounting internship typically eight weeks or longer, starting in January. Interns work with audit teams and assist with client engagements in-office and at clients' sites, gaining hands-on auditing and accounting experience.

The program includes orientation, a Career Advocate, and training in information technology and firm networks to build professional and technical skills.

Qualifications

• Intro accounting coursework required or preferred.
• Auditing or Tax coursework preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Direct communication with clients and staff.
• Assist audit testing and procedures.
• Support in preparing reports and client work in-office or at client sites.
• Maintain schedule and coordinate with team for eight weeks or more.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Introductory accounting courses

Auditing or Tax class

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chicago, IL
Chicago Office
225 West Wacker Drive
Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Chicago, IL
Chicago Office
225 West Wacker Drive
Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Founded in 1952, RubinBrown LLP is one of the nation’s leading accounting and professional consulting firms. The RubinBrown name and reputation are synonymous with experience, integrity and value.

RubinBrown redefines the full-service experience by combining technical and industry expertise with a commitment to personal and high-level relationships.

The objective of the internship is to introduce the intern to the field of public accounting and to provide a dynamic, challenging and fun experience. The internship is usually 40 hours per week from the start of January through mid-March or later. Alternative schedules or durations are available on a case-by-case basis.

The intern will be provided with an introductory orientation to the firm. This orientation includes administrative and professional matters. Each intern will be assigned a Career Advocate, who will assist the intern in building a set of personalized goals and objectives for the internship. Other training will include extensive use of information technology, including use of the firm’s accounting and tax networks.

Major Responsibilities

• Direct communication with clients and staff
• Client work in the office and at clients’ offices
• Each intern will be treated as a full time team member and will be expected to maintain a full time schedule for a period of eight weeks or more
• Audit testing and procedures on selected key engagement areas
• Insight to the audit risk assessment and analysis process
• Enhanced understanding and analysis of internal controls
• Gather and analyze industry and comparable company research from public documents
• Prepare written reports which present company background, financial review, economic and industry outlook
• Create and maintain workpaper documentation for client engagements
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Experience/Background/Skills

• Junior or Senior Status at time of internship
• Introductory level accounting courses
• Prior completion of Auditing or Tax class is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

One Firm

To foster a highly respected, inclusive culture that helps foster and promote an environment that is diverse and equitable for all team members and the firm to achieve growth and deepened expertise. RubinBrown is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Colorado, Nevada, and Illinois Salary Statement:

The hourly range displayed is specifically for those potential applicants who will work or reside in the state of Colorado, Nevada, or Illinois if selected for the role.

This position is a seasonal role with limited benefits eligibility unless required by local, state or federal law.

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