Accounting Intern

Job Description

Accounting Intern | Direct Supply

The Tone:
This is a part-time internship at Direct Supply, to be performed in the location listed. Direct Supply is building the future of healthcare technology with industry-leading products, solutions, and platforms designed to improve the lives of millions of seniors and those who care for them. This role is crucial for supporting accurate and timely financial reporting, enabling the intern to contribute to general ledger accounting, financial analysis, and internal reporting while improving accounting processes and efficiency through technology, automation, and AI.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time during school year (15–20 hours/week), Full-time during summer (40 hours/week)
• Location: In-person (location listed)

• Team: Corporate Accounting team
• Mission: To support accurate and timely financial reporting while contributing to the efficiency and improvement of accounting processes.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, AI-enabled tools, automation, technology

What You’ll Actually Do
• General Ledger: Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation to ensure accurate general ledger accounting and precise month-end reporting.
• Account Reconciliation: Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate any discrepancies to support complete and accurate financial results.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly financial reports that provide valuable insights to Finance and business leaders, aiding their understanding of performance and informed decision-making.
• Performance Analysis: Analyze actual-to-budget results and communicate key variances to improve visibility into financial performance across the organization.
• Process Improvement: Improve recurring accounting and reporting processes by utilizing AI, automation, and technology to reduce manual effort and increase overall efficiency.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Current enrollment in a four-year undergraduate Accounting program is required, with completion of at least one foundational accounting course. Candidates must also maintain a GPA of 3.3 or higher.
• Experience: This role requires strong Microsoft Excel skills, including proficiency in formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, and basic financial modeling. No specific prior work experience is stated.
• Skills: The ability to analyze financial information, investigate discrepancies, and apply sound judgment to accounting and business questions is essential. Candidates must also be able to communicate financial information clearly and collaborate effectively across teams. A key skill includes the ability to learn and apply new accounting processes, technologies, and tools as business needs evolve, coupled with the responsible use of technology, including AI-enabled tools, to improve productivity, analysis, and accounting processes.