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Forensic Accounting and Litigation Intern | Summer 2026

CBIZ
2 days ago
Internship
On-site
New Haven, Connecticut, United States
Description

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Responsibilities

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

  • 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

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Pursuing a master’s or a bachelor’s degree in accounting with plans to achieve CPA eligibility

  • Relevant academic, internship, or work experience in accounting, auditing, or forensic/investigative services

  • Active participation in student organizations or work experience in accounting or a related field is a plus



Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Working towards a Bachelor's degree
  • Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research and project management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
  • Ability to multi-task, think independently and problem solve in a results driven team oriented environment
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills
  • Strong computer and technical skills including, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and intranet software