Accounting Intern

Job Description

Audit Intern – Japanese Bilingual | SingerLewak LLP

The Tone:
This is an internship at SingerLewak LLP. The firm is a Top 100 accounting and consulting organization primarily operating in the western region, serving clients since 1959. SingerLewak is recognized for its excellence and expertise, providing services comparable to a large firm through a blend of practices and specializations. This role offers interns diversified accounting assignments under professional supervision, fostering a culture of learning and growth through programs like SL Forward and SL Cares. It’s an opportunity to contribute to renowned industry leadership and client service, preparing you for professional and personal advancement.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person Los Angeles, CA
• Pay: $26–$30 hourly
• Mission: This intern assists professionals in accounting, auditing, and tax duties to support client service and firm operations.
• Tech Stack: Computer software program

What You’ll Actually Do
• Record Transactions: Assist in recording transactions in ledgers and preparing trial balances and simple financial statements using computer software.
• Reconcile Accounts: Help in reconciling various accounts to their corresponding control accounts.
• Compute Schedules: Assist in performing schedule computations for accruals, property, and equipment, and calculate depreciation expense.
• Perform Audit Procedures: Support supervisors in performing assigned audit or review procedures during engagements.
• Prepare Tax Returns: Assist in the preparation of payroll tax, sales tax, other local tax, and certain personal income tax returns.
• Compile Reports: Help compile workpapers and other necessary accounting reports for audits.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma and have completed at least two years’ progress toward a bachelor’s degree, typically in accounting. This foundation is essential for applying core accounting knowledge in the role.
• Experience: This position is suitable for individuals early in their academic journey who are actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree. Performance will be evaluated based on the quality of work, effective application of accounting knowledge, and the ability to consistently meet established time constraints for assignments.
• Skills: Fluent communication in Japanese is a key requirement for this bilingual role. Strong capability in applying accounting knowledge to practical tasks and the ability to manage workload to meet deadlines are also critical for success.