Spring Accounting Intern

Job Description

About Company

The internship is with “The Firm,” which is referred to as Citrin Cooperman when mentioning networking opportunities with their accounting professionals. The Firm operates with a mission and values emphasizing accountability, collaboration, excellence, and innovation.

Job Description – Detailed

Job Title: Spring Internship (Accounting Intern)

Program Overview:
This spring internship provides an opportunity to explore career preferences in a real-world accounting setting. Interns are responsible for routine assignments aligned with their area of focus.

Reporting Structure:
Interns report directly to Senior Accountants and Job Managers.

Key Benefits & Value:
• Experience: Gain crucial experience during the busy season (January to April).
• Variety: Opportunity to work on a diverse range of clients and accounting tasks.
• Mentorship: Each intern is assigned a mentor for guidance, questions, and learning about the role.
• Training: Includes one week of dedicated training, featuring videos focused on the healthcare practice and the overall firm operations.

Program Logistics:
• Duration: Runs from January to April.
• Work Hours: Interns are expected to work a minimum of 35 hours per week.
• Academic Requirement: Must take the school semester off to successfully manage learning opportunities and workload.

Job Responsibilities:
• Perform routine assignments based on the assigned area of focus.
• Support the Firm’s mission and values by exhibiting behaviors consistent with accountability, collaboration, excellence, and innovation.
• Become familiar with and adhere to the Firm’s policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

What You’ll Learn:
• Client Interaction: How to effectively interact with clients and network with Citrin Cooperman accounting professionals.
• Report Preparation: How to assist with and prepare various cost reports, financial statements, and/or tax returns (specific to department).
• Data Analysis: How to analyze and review financial data across a variety of industries and situations.
• Technical Knowledge: Gain a working knowledge of accounting research, relevant software, and industry standards.

Qualifications:
• Education: Currently pursuing or holding a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in accounting.
• Attention to Detail: Detail-oriented with a strong passion for accuracy.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Experience: Involvement in extracurricular activities and/or prior work experience.
• Academic Achievement: Demonstrated academic success.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management capabilities.
• Confidentiality: Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact effectively with clients and employees at all levels within the Firm.