Assurance Intern (Spring 2026)

LSL • Irvine, CA

9d

About The Position

Join our Team! We work in an environment where everyone’s voice is heard We are one of the largest regional accounting firms headquartered in Orange County, California. We are accountants providing solid guidance, support & solutions to businesses, governments, and non-profits. Our outstanding employees are crucial to our unique, diverse culture and talent development, as well as our ability to attract clients successfully. At LSL, you will discover an atmosphere that motivates and encourages you to succeed personally and professionally. Audit Intern (Temporary: January 15th - April 17th 2026) What you will be doing: As an LSL Intern, you will have the opportunity to work alongside all professional levels that will provide you with a real-world understanding of public accounting. You will have the opportunity to learn the LSL firm culture and values and at the same time gain valuable knowledge and experience at a top regional accounting firm in Orange County. Our Audit Interns will assist the Government Assurance Department during the busy season starting immediately. What is in it for you: Challenging work Flexible work schedule based on your class schedule, with a minimum of 20 hours per week; you can work in blocks of at least 4 hours, and if your school schedule allows, you can even work up to 40 hours per week. Minimum of 3 day availability, 4 days preferred. (Monday - Thursday) Positive work environment Mentor guidance Networking Professional training, you will gain experience with LSL’s audit process which help you build your resume with relevant work experience Similar responsibilities as our first year, full-time staff What you will be doing: Assurance engagements Evaluate internal controls. Preparation of audit work papers. Work as an individual contributor and as part of a team to support client engagements Work with the Audit team (staff, senior, manager, and partner) on client projects Develop an understanding of and capability with accounting software, CCH, Practice CS, Engagement Develop administrative, professional, and interpersonal skills to the extent of being able to organize, analyze, and communicate with others in a productive and efficient manner

Requirements

• Junior or Senior level currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, or economics
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to read, write, speak, and interpret rules, procedures, and routine correspondence in English
• Organized, with an ability to prioritize time-sensitive assignments
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Well-rounded knowledge of accounting principles
• Completion of audit class
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States permanently without the requirement of sponsorship at any point in the future.

Responsibilities

• Assurance engagements
• Evaluate internal controls.
• Preparation of audit work papers.
• Work as an individual contributor and as part of a team to support client engagements
• Work with the Audit team (staff, senior, manager, and partner) on client projects
• Develop an understanding of and capability with accounting software, CCH, Practice CS, Engagement
• Develop administrative, professional, and interpersonal skills to the extent of being able to organize, analyze, and communicate with others in a productive and efficient manner

Benefits

• Challenging work
• Flexible work schedule based on your class schedule, with a minimum of 20 hours per week; you can work in blocks of at least 4 hours, and if your school schedule allows, you can even work up to 40 hours per week. Minimum of 3 day availability, 4 days preferred. (Monday - Thursday)
• Positive work environment
• Mentor guidance
• Networking
• Professional training, you will gain experience with LSL’s audit process which help you build your resume with relevant work experience
• Similar responsibilities as our first year, full-time staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern