What is Audit and Tax?

As an Audit-Tax Intern you will be exposed to both Audit and Tax proceedings as described below. 

Grant Thornton’s Audit practice provides our clients with valuable insight regarding managing risk and improving business performance.  We assist our clients with improving their overall financial reporting processes. Our goal is to help our clients better understand their business by keeping them regularly informed about their financial progress and by discussing accounting, financial, and regulatory developments that may impact their business. 

Grant Thornton's Tax practice complements our clients' accounting teams while maintaining their auditors' independence with our compliance services and customized tax planning advice. We have capabilities to advise our clients on various tax strategies including federal tax services, state and local tax services, international tax services, industry tax services, family wealth planning, and compensation and benefit plan design, as well as consult on other complex tax matters.

Why become an Audit-Tax Intern at Grant Thornton?

During your internship at Grant Thornton, you will be exposed to audit and tax procedures. You will have an opportunity to work alongside Partners, Senior Executives, and peers as a member of the engagement team.  Additionally, you will have an opportunity to learn new skillsets, be involved in office community activities, and build lasting relationships with members of the Grant Thornton team. Your internship will include, but will not limited be limited to, the following:

Working on a variety of client engagements in varying industries Networking with your peers Meeting with your mentor for regular feedback and professional development discussions Connecting with fellow interns and Grant Thornton staff at social events Participating in team-building exercises Giving back to the community through outreach activities Sharpening your leadership skills

Additional Job Responsibilities Include

Reviewing and auditing business transaction cycles including cash, treasury, capital expenditures, and other income and expenses Reviewing data input, identifying and resolving technical tax issues, and assisting in the review of tax preparations completed by our firm in India Responding to inquiries from the IRS and other taxing authorities Researching audit and tax issues, utilizing electronic data bases, and review-tracking financial information utilizing audit related software Identifying, assessing, and informing senior staff members of audit or tax related issues Collaboratively working with client team members while building rapport and strong client relationships Working closely with staff, managers, and partners on all phases of the project

Qualifications - External

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting Major and overall minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 The willingness and ability to work additional hours, as needed, and travel to various client sites

Skill Requirements

Excellent analytical, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills Strong technical aptitude and skillset Demonstrated project management skillset including project planning and time management Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environment  

Benefits

Grant Thornton LLP offers an outstanding opportunity for career growth and development, an attractive compensation and incentive program, generous benefits including immediate participation in our 401(k) plan, and a flexible work environment that offers individual enrichment opportunities in a team environment.

It is Grant Thornton’s policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits and termination, are made without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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