Accounting Intern - Memphis

About the position

This internship offers a comprehensive overview of the Client Accounting Services department, allowing interns to assist accounting professionals and perform various accounting duties. It is a remote, part-time position requiring approximately 20 hours per week, with a compensation of about $18.00 per hour. The internship is year-round, with the potential for a full-time offer upon graduation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assembling, analyzing, and balancing general ledgers, bank reconciliations, and month-end related entries.
• Research open accounting issues and discrepancies.
• Verify the accuracy of journal entries and accounting classifications assigned to various source documents.
• Assist in month-end procedures and preparation of financial reporting packages to forward to the field offices.
• Participate in informative overviews, including observing and assisting within various functional areas such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and lease administration.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's (BA/BS) program from an accredited four-year college or university, in Accounting or related field. Third-year student status preferred.
• Understanding of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Understanding of Cash Basis Accounting and Accrual Basis Accounting.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions in standard situations.
• Ability to identify and tackle various types of problems.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Desire to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Comprehensive analytical skills and ability to interpret business documents.
• Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and openness to insights and procedures.
• General experience with MS Office software.
• Authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401k
• Career growth opportunities
• Extraordinary perks related to longevity and career development