Accounting and Finance Intern

POSITION RESPONSIBILITES

The Accounting and Finance Intern will have the opportunity to gain practical experience and develop essential skills while assisting in various financial activities and projects. The intern will collaborate with cross-functional teams and gain insight into the day-to-day operations of the organization. Intern responsibilities typically include many of the following:

• Assisting in Financial Data Entry - enter data into the accounting software used by the organization, support in record-keeping and documentation
• Accounts Receivable and Payable - assist in processing invoices, reconciling, adhering to payment schedules
• Financial Reporting - work with a team in preparation of financial reports such as income statements, cash flow statements, investment reports, regulatory and compliance documentation etc.
• Financial Analysis - identify trends, discrepancies, budgeting and forecasting activities, and generating insights to support informed decision making
• Ad-hoc Projects - contribute to special projects and initiatives as needed
• Administrative Tasks - general support including filing, organizing documents, and maintaining records

Interns must adhere to company policies, procedures, and ethical standards at all times

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Edinburgh is a cosmopolitan city in Scotland, surrounded by a dramatic landscape of mountains, valleys, and lochs. The city center is very compact which makes for a walkable downtown! You will be able to enjoy year round cultural events including music and multimedia festivals while you are interning! After meeting with a Career Coach, our team will review your resume, skills, and career goals and match you with an employer on-site for your internship!

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
On-site Supervision and Support
Our internships include 24/7 on-site staff to support students working and living abroad. All students will also report to a supervisor at their internship site. Supervisors provide and oversee daily tasks, introduce the intern to team members, and mentor the intern in organizational agility, skill acquisition, and career readiness. Interns complete a midpoint and final evaluation, and supervisors complete a final evaluation of their interns. All work responsibilities and projects are approved in advance. 

Academic Credit
Students on an internship have the opportunity to enroll in their home university for credit, or enroll in a course through API to transfer back to their university for credit. Email support-internships@apiexperience.com for more information and a syllabus.

Housing and Excursions
Housing and excursions are included in your internship and will be selectable during the application process. 

Visa Sponsorship
This position does not offer visa sponsorship for non-US citizens 

Visa Sponsorship (London, Edinburgh, Sydney only)
Selected candidates will be responsible for obtaining a temporary work visa with support from API, please note that this has an additional expense on the candidate. For more information visit our visa page.