Job Description – Accounting Intern
Division / Department: Accounting / Finance
Reports to (position): Corporate Controller / Director of Corporate FP&A
Level / Grade: Intern
Location: US/Remote
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Conditions: Remote Office Environment
Travel: No
Telecommute: Yes
Program Duration: Summer 2026
Minimum Educational Req: Currently enrolled full-time in bachelor's degree program in accounting
Years of Experience: No prior professional experience required
Position Summary
This internship offers hands-on exposure to financial reporting, accounting operations, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. The intern will work closely with the Corporate Controller, Director of Corporate FP&A, and broader finance team to support day-to-day financial activities while developing a strong foundation in corporate finance and accounting.
Responsibilities
• Assist with monthly and quarterly close activities, including preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Support general ledger accuracy by assisting with journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance review under supervision.
• Help process and track accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoice validation, payment status tracking, and aging reports.
• Assist with maintaining organized financial records and documentation in accordance with company policies and GAAP guidelines.
• Support internal control documentation and testing efforts.
• Assist in preparing financial models and templates used for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Support quarterly forecast and annual budget cycles by gathering data, validating inputs, and compiling supporting analyses.
• Help track actual performance versus budget and forecast, including basic variance analysis.
• Assist with cash flow tracking and analysis under guidance from FP&A leadership.
• Support the preparation of recurring management and executive reporting packages.
• Help compile, organize, and validate financial and operational data from multiple sources.
• Assist with maintaining KPI dashboards and performance metrics used by Accounting and FP&A teams.
• Gain exposure to ERP systems, financial planning tools, and reporting platforms used to scale operations.
• Support testing, documentation, or validation of process improvements, system enhancements, or automation initiatives.
Why Intern at Career Certified:
Meaningful Work: Work on real projects and initiatives that directly impact our learners, employees, and business operations
Diverse Experience: Gain exposure to [industry/field] and various aspects of [business function]
Structured Support: Daily check-ins transitioning to weekly 1:1s throughout the program
Learning Culture: Access to training, workshops, and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals
Inclusive Environment: Full team membership with access to meetings, discussions, and collaborative work
Recognition: Your contributions and accomplishments will be celebrated and shared
Career Launchpad: Build your professional network and potentially transition to full-time employment
Executive Presentation: Showcase your work to leadership at program conclusion
What to Expect:
Week 1: Onboarding, setup, goal-setting with your manager, and team introductions
Weeks 2-3: Daily check-ins to ensure you're adjusting well and have the support you need
Throughout Program: Weekly 1:1s with your manager for coaching, feedback, and milestone tracking
Final Weeks: Performance review, support building your Internship Report, and leadership presentation