Accounting Internship

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We are seeking driven Accounting Interns to support our Bright Minds Project at the National Integrative Wellness and Resource Center ( formerly Your Sunshine).

As an Intern, you should have a basic understanding of GAAP and financial principles and terms who is ready for an immersive, real-world experience. Under the supervision of our staff, the Accounting Intern can expect to participate in the preparation of journal entries and financial reports, analyze actual financial data, learn more about Accounting software, and assist with other accounting activities. You should be a motivated team player who can maintain efficiency and accuracy when multitasking. To be a strong candidate for an Accounting Internship, you should possess an understanding of accounting and financial principles and a positive attitude. You should be collaborative, trustworthy, receptive to feedback, and eager to learn. The internship program is designed to give our interns valuable and broadly applicable experience that will continue to be an asset well into the future.

Responsibilities:
* Shadow members of the Accounting team as they perform their duties
* Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet, performing necessary research
* Manage the monthly tracking of our physical inventory
* Data entry and filing
* Maintain Accounting spreadsheets
* Handle Accounts Receivable
* Assist Accounts Payable team
* Assist with financial report package preparation
* Assist with month-end close
* Handle sensitive or confidential information with honesty and integrity.

Requirements:
* Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Economics
* Aptitude for math, proficiency with computers
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Ability to prioritize work effectively and work independently
* Motivated individual with a lot of energy and a positive attitude
* Computer experience to include advanced Excel skills, Word and PowerPoint, as well as some experience or knowledge of accounting software
* Strong organizational skills
* Knowledge of Quickbooks