Intern – Accounting

Job Description

Accounting Intern | Northside Hospital

The Tone:
This is an internship position at Northside Hospital, located in Atlanta, GA. Northside Hospital stands out as an award-winning, state-of-the-art healthcare institution that is continually expanding its services and reach. The organization is committed to consistently improving the quality and accessibility of care provided to its patients and the communities it serves. This Accounting Intern role is crucial in supporting the hospital’s financial team, contributing to the efficient operation of accounting processes, and helping maintain the high standards of financial accuracy required within a growing healthcare environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person, Atlanta, GA

• Team: Accounting Team
• Mission: This intern will be integral to the accounting team, responsible for assisting with diverse administrative duties, executing financial analysis, performing general ledger reconciliations, and managing ledger reclasses, all to ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data and support strategic decision-making within a dynamic healthcare setting.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office products

What You’ll Actually Do
• Administrative Support: Assist with various administrative duties to provide comprehensive support to the accounting team.
• Project Execution: Perform work on multiple accounting projects, demonstrating the ability to prioritize tasks, meet expectations, and adhere to deadlines with keen attention to detail.
• Problem Resolution: Assist with special projects, proactively anticipating potential issues and taking the initiative to resolve them efficiently.
• Process Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement processes as assigned, contributing to the enhancement of accounting workflows and procedures.
• Financial Analysis: Perform various types of financial analysis and complete general ledger reconciliations as needed to ensure data accuracy.
• Ledger Management: Post general ledger reclasses to correctly categorize financial transactions within the accounting system.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. High School Diploma or equivalent; currently pursuing a college degree with an Accounting major.
• Experience: Candidates must demonstrate good academic performance, reflecting a strong foundation in accounting principles.
• Skills: Strong analytical abilities, effective time management, excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), well-organized with a high degree of accuracy, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Bonus: Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.