Forensic Accounting Internship - Summer 2027

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. The Forensic Accounting and Economics Intern will support experts in analyzing financial information, measuring insurance claims and losses, preparing documentation and reports, and assisting with financial investigations and litigation projects.

What you'll do:

• Assist in the measurement of small and large losses commercial insurance claims and other assignments
• Claims include property damage, product recall, liability, theft/fidelity, and business interruption/lost profits
• Businesses will consist of a wide range of industries and sizes
• You will use your knowledge of Excel by creating schedules using the financial information provided which will be used in the measurement of business interruption losses
• Draft up requests for documentation to be used in our analysis (Document request list)
• Assist in the preparation of written reports and written narratives to be sent to clients
• You will be the first set of eyes to make sure documents, transactions and information is accurate by flagging important details for senior team members to review
• Organize supporting documentation and input data for financial investigations
• Assist with other assignments ranging from unusual insurance claim-related matters to various litigation projects

What they're looking for:

• Currently a Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (or economics or math-CA) with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in both your major and overall
• Currently working towards the successful completion of accounting courses prior to the start of your internship
• Have general computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Interest in the Forensic Accounting field
• Exhibit excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Proficient in written and spoken English
• Must be able to work in person in our Alpharetta, GA office on a hybrid schedule

Benefits:

• Flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed