Intern – Accounting

Job Description

Accounting Intern | Myers & Stauffer

The Tone:
This is an internship at Myers & Stauffer, located in Atlanta, GA, for Spring 2027. Myers & Stauffer is a certified public accounting and health and human services consulting firm with over 900 associates nationwide. The company specializes in audit, accounting, data management, and consulting services for government-sponsored health care programs, primarily state Medicaid agencies and the federal Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This role is vital for supporting state and federal government health and human service clients, focusing on those in need, by contributing to complex health care reimbursement and provider compliance issues.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Atlanta, GA
• Mission: This intern will gain practical experience by performing project work, developing an understanding of firm services, and meeting supervisor-established goals to support government health care programs.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office suite, administrative programs, word processing, spreadsheets, internet research

What You’ll Actually Do
• Project Work: Perform all aspects of project work or work in progress, applying gained knowledge to future projects.
• Firm Understanding: Develop a general understanding of Myers & Stauffer’s services and operational environment.
• Communication: Respond promptly and professionally to all inquiries and requests from colleagues and clients.
• Goal Achievement: Strive to attain goals and objectives established by direct supervisors.
• Software Proficiency: Gain proficiency in administrative programs, spreadsheets, word processing, and internet research.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level intern currently working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• Experience: Professional appearance and manner, with a positive attitude toward self, other professionals, clients, and the firm.
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, well organized with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, ability to effectively multi-task, manage multiple deadlines, prioritize assignments, and work in a team environment.
• Bonus: Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25, active participation in student organizations, and work experience.