Accounting & Finance Intern

Job Title

Accounting & Finance Intern

Department

Accounting & Finance

Hours

Full-time

Duration

Fall/Winter 40 hours Full-time

FLSA

Non-Exempt 

Location

Hamilton, OH 

Summary

We are seeking a motivated Finance & Accounting Intern to support our operations and administrative functions. This hands-on internship provides an opportunity to gain real-world experience in a professional finance environment, working alongside experienced staff on meaningful projects that contribute directly to the organization's financial operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing, including invoice review and data entry 
• Support the period-close process by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, financial statement analysis, and other reports
• Prepare routine financial reports, spreadsheets, and summaries for management review
• Help prepare monthly bank reconciliations by comparing bank statements with internal financial records
• Maintain and organize tax and financial records, files, and documentation in compliance with internal policies
• Assist with maintaining fixed asset records including additions, retirements, and book depreciation schedules across multiple entities
• Perform other administrative and operational tasks to support the finance team

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Completion of at least one year of coursework in accounting or finance preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, basic formulas); experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, SAP, or similar) is a plus
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to handle confidential information
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• GPA of 3.0 or above preferred

Travel

No Travel

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed and involved written or oral instructions.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. 

The ability to recognize and evaluate technical issues and limitations is required. The ability to define and manage expectations is critical. The ability to make sound decisions and actions is required. 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.  

Direct Reports

No