GHJ Summer 2027 Audit/Tax Rotational Intern

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GHJ Summer 2027 Audit/Tax Rotational Intern

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About the job

GHJ is a leading LA-based firm providing advisory, tax, and accounting services. The internship offers real-world experience in audit and tax, with rotations to explore career paths, focusing on professional growth and client service.

Requirements

Enrolled in Bachelor's or Master's program
Graduating between May 2028 - August 2028
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Excellent communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office

Qualifications

Interest in accounting career
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently
Customer service skills
Openness to travel

Full job description

#BeMore at GHJ:

GHJ provides an environment where talented and career-minded individuals can grow personally and professionally. Our exceptional team, comprised of high achievers engaged in the development of their own careers, are encouraged, recognized, and rewarded for their individual achievement. We are deeply committed to our core values and incorporate them into every aspect of our business to ultimately provide unparalleled client service: Bright Minds, Brave Hearts, Bold Actions.

If you’re looking for a rewarding internship in an organization that you can feel good about, where your commitment to a career in accounting is valued, then we want to meet you! GHJ's office in Los Angeles, CA is currently seeking Audit/Tax Rotational Interns for the Summer of 2027. You will be treated as a professional and dive deep into assignments and projects during the internship.

Our Audit/Tax Rotational role offers interns the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both the Audit and Tax departments over the course of the internship. Interns are split into two groups at the start of the program: one begins in Audit, the other in Tax. Midway through the internship, the groups rotate, allowing each intern to spend equal time working in both service lines. This structure provides a well-rounded understanding of the firm’s core areas and helps interns explore their interests before making long-term career decisions.

Internship Length:

The full-time internship will be from Monday, June 14, 2027 - Friday, August 13, 2027. Note: GHJ will be closed for Wellness Week. Interns will not be working during this time, but will still be paid.

Pay Rate:

Interns will be paid at a rate of $33/hour. Benefits are not included.

Common Audit and Assurance Department Responsibilities:

- Assist with performing audit, review or compilation procedures as assigned by supervisors.

- Assists in proofing financial statements and other documents if appropriate.

- Participate in the planning of our engagements—audits, reviews, or compilations.

- Build relationships with, and speaks to, client personnel to obtain an understanding of their business operations, processes and functions.

- Documents work completed by preparing workpapers within firm guidelines.

- Prepares and indexes working papers; performs various procedures established under generally accepted accounting principles and generally accepted auditing standards to verify accuracy and validity of client's financial matters.

Common Tax Department Responsibilities:

- Assist with preparing tax returns.

- Participation in tax consulting.

- Shadowing other department team members for professional development.

- IRS/FTB audit assistance.

- Participation in consulting projects.

- Communicating with the IRS, FTB, and similar agencies.

WHY we get up in the morning

At GHJ we help our people and clients pursue their passions, build thriving businesses, and create a better future.

WHAT we believe

We believe that collaboration is the foundation for success. We work as a business advocate for our clients – providing personalized service and building long-term relationships to help position our clients for the future.

HOW we succeed

We are deeply committed to our core values of Bright Minds, Brave Hearts, and Bold Actions and incorporate them into every aspect of our business. By living these values, we are able to meet our strategic objectives of Remaining Fiercely Independent (financial success), Meeting client demands/needs (client success), Reinforcing and expanding cultural distinction (people success).

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility at GHJ

The focus of GHJ’s diversity efforts is twofold. First, to ensure that the workplace reflects the rich diversity of the people in the communities GHJ serves. Second, to enable groups of people underrepresented in the profession to thrive at GHJ as well as the accounting profession. Knowing that a diversity of perspectives and voices is necessary for any truly great enterprise, GHJ aims to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all current and future members of GHJ.

General Qualifications

Must be enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Accounting or related field graduating between May 2028 - August 2028
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Excellent customer service skills (internal and external)
Creative problem solving and research skills
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Able to work effectively both as part of a team and independently
Highly motivated and interested in taking the initiative for personal growth and development
Able to handle multiple priorities, tasks and simultaneous projects
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Openness to travel to client locations with colleagues, which may include occasional overnight stays

Seven decades, one enduring focus: our people and our clients.

GHJ is a national independent advisory, tax and accounting firm that partners with businesses and nonprofit organizations to deliver clarity and confidence. Since 1953, GHJ has combined deep industry expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit to help leaders achieve their strategic goals.

GHJ is headquartered in Los Angeles and serves clients nationwide, backed by its own dispersed workforce. With nearly 300 professionals and 25+ partners, the Firm provides senior-level expertise with deep industry capabilities in food and beverage, media and advertising, entertainment and nonprofit.

GHJ is a top-ranking firm in the U.S. and member of HLB International. Through this global network, GHJ offers seamless access to resources in over 150 countries while remaining fiercely focused on client success.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GHJ is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including Department Heads and co-workers.

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