CFO Advisory Intern - Summer 2025 - Grant Thornton LLP

In a fast-track, technology-enabled world, organizations need great strategies that unlock big moves and bold ideas. Grant Thornton’s CFO Advisory team of professionals helps clients fine-tune their organizations for optimal performance and fuels innovative cultures. The CFO Advisory team helps forward-thinking organizations prepare for whatever the future may bring. Our clients rely on us to help them through their critical business issues and position them to thrive in an evolving marketplace. Our core solutions include Finance Modernization, Valuation, and Accounting Advisory Services. We tailor our core solutions by client industry and customer needs.




As a member of our CFO Advisory team, you’ll be responsible for helping dynamic clients solve complex problems such as reacting to disruptive technologies, global competition, changing business models and meeting investor expectations. We serve c-suite executives as trusted advisors to determine the value of their companies, optimize their finance processes, and provide accounting expertise.



Interested candidates should display an affinity for learning and problem-solving skills. Candidates should display an interest in utilizing models and technology to solve complex business problems. Individuals should be self-starters and demonstrate the desire to build skills related to Grant Thornton’s core values of: Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect and Responsibility.



Your day-to-day may include:





+ Gaining an understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives



+ Learning new skills, technologies, and Grant Thornton methodologies



+ Working on a variety of client engagements that vary by size, region, and industry



+ Receiving hands on mentoring and career coaching



+ Participating in team building and networking events with your peers



+ Obtaining professional development, continuing education, and focused training



+ Giving back to the community through outreach activities



+ Sharpening your leadership skills





You have the following technical skills or qualifications:





+ Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better



+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Actuarial Science, Business, Computer and information Science, or various combinations of similar studies required



+ The willingness and ability to work additional hours, as needed



+ Ability to travel to various client sites as needed



+ Excellent analytical, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills



+ Effective project and time management skills for handling multiple priorities



+ Positive mindset for dealing with multiple tasks, deliverables, and learning new concepts



+ Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a team environment while maintaining a strong attention to detail



+ High aptitude to work with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)



+ Embrace different points of view and welcome opposing and conflicting ideas



+ Open mindset that is willing to learn new skills



+ Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct




About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

About the Team

The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:



• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.



• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.



• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers



• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers









Here’s what you can expect next:



If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.









Benefits:





We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits







+ Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.







+ Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.







Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.











Additional Details:



It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.



Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact HR@us.gt.com.









For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.