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Accounting Intern Job Description Sample Template

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This free Accounting Intern job description sample template can help you attract an innovative and experienced Accounting Intern to your company. We make the hiring process one step easier by giving you a template to simply post to our site. Make sure to add requirements, benefits, and perks specific to the role and your company.

Accounting Intern Job Summary

Our firm is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Accounting Intern to join our staff. In this role, you will gain experience and learn essential industry skills by assisting our team with accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliation, and other projects for clients. You will help ensure our records are consistent with all submitted financial statements. As an Accounting Intern, you will also post journal entries to the general ledger and perform administrative duties, such as data entry and filing. This role is open to students currently pursuing a bachelor's degree, although we may consider recent graduates. No experience is necessary, but you must be proficient with basic computer programs and willing to learn.

Accounting Intern Duties and Responsibilities

  • Help prepare invoice and expense reports
  • Analyze financial data
  • Perform research for budgeting and financial forecasting
  • Check financial documents and journal entries for accuracy
  • File documents
  • Provide administrative support as needed

Accounting Intern Requirements and Qualifications

  • Active enrollment in a relevant post-secondary program
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel
  • Interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication
  • The ability to be discreet when handling sensitive financial information
  • A willingness to learn
  • Detail-oriented
  • Analytical skills
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