Accounting Intern

Job Description

Accounting Intern – Summer 2027 | Gallagher, Flynn & Company, LLP

The Tone:
This is a summer internship at Gallagher, Flynn & Company, LLP, a distinguished professional services firm recognized nationally and locally as a Best Places to Work for over a decade. As a fully integrated organization, Gallagher, Flynn & Company, LLP provides an extensive array of services, including accounting and assurance, tax compliance and consulting, transaction and management advisory services (TAS), client accounting services (CAS), and HR Consulting. This internship offers a valuable opportunity for active students to gain practical experience, learn essential industry skills, and contribute directly to the firm’s client accounting operations. The Accounting Intern role is vital for supporting the team by assisting with core financial tasks, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, and contributing to various client projects.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal (32 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, from mid-June to mid-August)
• Location: In-person, requiring personal transportation for traveling to client assignments.
• Pay: $25 hourly
• Mission: To assist the accounting team by performing fundamental financial tasks, analyzing data, and supporting client projects, thereby acquiring essential industry experience and skills.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Prepare Financial Documents: You will help prepare accurate invoice and expense reports, which are crucial components of client accounting services.
• Analyze Financial Data: You will analyze various financial data sets to support ongoing client projects and internal financial assessments.
• Conduct Financial Research: You will perform detailed research specifically for budgeting and financial forecasting, contributing to strategic planning.
• Ensure Document Accuracy: You will meticulously check financial documents and journal entries to ensure their precision and adherence to standards.
• Support Client Accounting Operations: You will assist the team with core accounts payable and receivable functions, as well as critical bank reconciliation tasks for clients.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Candidates must be actively enrolled in a relevant post-secondary program related to accounting, finance, or a similar field.
• Experience: No specific prior professional experience is required for this internship. A strong willingness to learn and apply new knowledge within a professional accounting environment is essential. This role is designed for individuals eager to gain hands-on experience in the industry.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel, is a key requirement. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal skills, including both excellent written and verbal communication abilities, for effective interaction with team members and clients. The role demands discretion when handling sensitive financial information, a keen attention to detail, and robust analytical skills to accurately process and interpret financial data.