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Forensic Accounting and Litigation Intern | Summer 2027
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$81,368 / year median in New Jersey
-9% projected decline
Job Description
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 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