Founded in 1952, RubinBrown LLP is one of the nation’s leading accounting and professional consulting firms. The RubinBrown name and reputation are synonymous with experience, integrity and value. RubinBrown redefines the full-service experience by combining technical and industry expertise with a commitment to personal and high-level relationships.
The Consulting Services division of RubinBrown LLP provides strategic guidance to clients across many industries and business units. This division helps businesses improve processes, comply with regulations, strengthen information technology support, perform complex data analytics, consult on ERP implementations, investigate potential fraud, support M&A activities, and perform valuation of businesses or transactions, along with performing industry-focused consulting such as gaming and healthcare.
Team members with the Consulting team are dynamic, well-rounded, creative, and independent thinkers who have a strategic mindset.
The M&A and Valuation Services Intern will perform work in one or both of the service lines below:
- Buy- and sell-side financial due diligence, including understanding key accounting policies and analyzing financial data to assess: historical and projected financial and operating trends; quality of earnings; working capital considerations; and potential risks and liabilities – all of which can impact valuation of the target company and purchase agreement negotiations.
- Communicate with various external stakeholders, including clients, target management and ownership teams, investment bankers, attorneys and other relevant parties.
- Create and contribute to tailored diligence reports communicating our findings and recommendations around key diligence and business issues in the transaction in a clear and concise manner.
- Assist with valuation engagements in a wide variety of industries for the following purposes: financial reporting purposes (ASC 805/ASC 350), gift and estate tax, 409A/ASC 718, management planning, litigation support, and/or M&A.
- Prepare financial and valuation analysis of closely held companies and intangible assets using spreadsheet modeling.
- Gather and analyze industry and comparable company research from public documents.
- Review documents (financial statements, legal agreements, etc.) from an analytical perspective to strategically assess how they impact the subject interest to be valued.
The RubinBrown Internship program offers a unique opportunity to anyone wanting to build a career in public accounting or professional consulting. This internship is great for students that want to help businesses be their trusted advisor.
As an intern, you won’t just observe industry leaders—you’ll contribute directly to projects that improve the way organizations operate, comply, and thrive. You’ll help clients tackle real-world challenges, gaining critical skills and exposure to a broad range of industries and technologies.
This internship is designed as a launching pad for students who want to grow into future leaders in public accounting and consulting. Through your work, coaching, and collaboration with experienced professionals, you will develop a strong foundation to build a successful career.
- Meaningful involvement in impactful, client-facing projects.
- Mentorship and coaching from experts who are invested in your professional growth.
- The building blocks for a long-term, rewarding career in public accounting and consulting.
At RubinBrown, we believe in developing talent and empowering interns to become the next generation of leaders. If you’re ready to start your career journey, join us and be part of our story.
Please see our website for additional details related to the services provided by RubinBrown’s Consulting teams: https://www.rubinbrown.com/services/consulting-services/
- Communicate professionally, productively, and efficiently with team members and clients.
- Perform assigned tasks independently under the guidance and feedback of other team members as needed.
- Manage time effectively, organizing work across multiple assignments.
- Apply critical thinking/problem solving skills and technical/functional expertise to assigned projects.
- Assist in preparing accurate, high-quality deliverables for clients according to firm standards and deadlines.
- Utilize Microsoft Office applications to analyze data and complete workpapers.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of technical accounting and financial reporting standards, including GAAP.
- Exhibit strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness of work.
- Show initiative, teamwork, and leadership potential in a professional services environment.
- Maintain a client‑service mindset with a commitment to meeting client needs and expectations.
- Enrollment in, or completion of, a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, or a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance with a minor in Accounting
- Planned graduation (with ability to start a full-time role) May 2028 or earlier
- Coursework or minor in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Information Technology, Management, and/or Consulting a plus.
- Plans to pursue professional licensure/certification, such as CPA or CFA.
- The typical schedule is 40 hours per week for the duration of the internship. Reduced hours are arranged on a case-by-case basis.
- Typical business hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM, with a commitment to flexibility and work-life balance. The working schedule for this position will be discussed and finalized with candidates upon successful hiring.