The Accounting Intern supports the accounting team by preparing, organizing, and verifying financial data prior to entry and review. This role focuses on building foundational accounting knowledge while assisting with documentation, data preparation, and administrative tasks that support accurate financial reporting and efficient workflows. All entries prepared by the intern are subject to review and approval by accounting staff.
Key Responsibilities
Data Preparation & Entry Support
- Prepare batches of invoices, receipts, and financial documents for entry into the accounting system
- Assign preliminary GL coding based on established guidelines
- Ensure supporting documentation is complete and properly organized before submission
- Assist with data entry under supervision, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Accounts Payable & Receivable Assistance
- Organize vendor bills and customer payment documentation
- Match invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents
- Flag discrepancies or missing information for review by accounting staff
Reconciliation Preparation
- Gather and organize documentation for bank and credit card reconciliations
- Match receipts to transactions and identify missing or unmatched items
- Highlight discrepancies or unusual transactions
Month-End Close Support
- Assist in organizing documentation required for month-end close
- Prepare schedules and supporting reports for review
- Ensure all documentation is properly labeled and filed
- Support the accounting team in meeting close deadlines
Documentation & Recordkeeping
- Maintain organized digital and physical accounting files
- Ensure all financial documents are properly stored and easily accessible
- Assist in scanning, filing, and indexing accounting records
- Help maintain audit-ready documentation standards
Communication & Team Support
- Communicate clearly with accounting staff regarding missing or unclear information
- Escalate issues or discrepancies to appropriate team members
- Collaborate with team members to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time
- Maintain a high level of attention to detail and professionalism
Company Description
S&O Wholesale Co. (the Company) is a privately owned Company. The Executive Management team treat all employees like family and are looking for top tier talent in order to scale. Friday lunches are on the Company and we provide benefits to all full-time employees.