Location: Melville,NY, USA
Who is Grant Thornton?Hi. We're Grant Thornton, the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd (A.K.A. one of the world's leading organizations of independent audit, tax and advisory firms.) With us, business feels more personal — for our clients and for you. That makes us different. Better. And we're looking for applicants who are too.Different how? It means working with numbers doesn't make you a number. Here, your voice matters. Our inclusive community and caring culture rejects limits and egos, which helps make our work stronger and you thrive. From our global clients and no-silos style, we empower you with opportunity from day one, then set you up for long-term success with flexibility, resources and connections. It's how we help you create a career you love — and more.Interested? Get to know us better at gt.com/careers and read on to learn more how you'll help us become even bolder.What is Audit & Assurance?Grant Thornton's Audit & Assurance 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.Why become an Audit & Assurance Intern at Grant Thornton?During your internship at Grant Thornton, you will be exposed to audit procedures in the areas of cash, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, payrolls, and expense analysis. 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 be limited to, the following:Working on a variety of client engagements in varying industriesNetworking with your peersMeeting with your mentor for regular feedback and professional development discussionsConnecting with fellow interns and Grant Thornton staff at social eventsParticipating in team-building exercisesGiving back to the community through outreach activitiesSharpening your leadership skillsAdditional Job Responsibilities IncludeReviewing and auditing business transaction cycles including cash, treasury, capital expenditures, and other income and expensesResearching audit issues, utilizing electronic data bases, and review-tracking financial information utilizing audit related softwareIdentifying, assessing, and informing senior staff members of audit related issuesCollaboratively working with client team members while building rapport and strong client relationshipsWorking closely with staff, managers, and partners on all phases of the projectQualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in AccountingMinimum major and overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferredThe willingness and ability to work additional hours, as needed, and travel to various client sitesThe pay rate for this position in the firm's Melville, NY office is $36.18 per hour.Skill RequirementsExcellent analytical, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skillsStrong technical aptitude and skillsetDemonstrated project management skillset including project planning and time managementAbility to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environmentTrainingGrant Thornton provides both local and national training programs related to an individual's job responsibilities. We are committed to ongoing professional development and we encourage individuals to attend outside training seminars.BenefitsGrant Thornton 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.About UsAbout the Team