Accounting Intern

Job Description

Internship Spring 2028 | Springline Advisory

The Tone:
This is a full-time internship at Springline Advisory, located in Indianapolis, IN. The company is an award-winning national firm and a founding member of Springline Advisory, focused on redefining the middle-market accounting and business advisory space with expanded capabilities and deeper expertise. This role is crucial for transforming classroom knowledge into practical experience, allowing interns to build lasting connections and open doors to future career opportunities within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid Indianapolis, IN

• Team: Working alongside industry experts within a collaborative, people-first culture.
• Mission: This role supports clients by providing hands-on accounting services and contributing to various financial processes.
• Tech Stack: Software for bookkeeping, tracking fixed assets, preparing tax returns and assurance work-papers; Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Industry Immersion: Gain hands-on experience in the accounting services industry.
• Training Engagement: Participate in intern orientation, technical training, and development programs designed to expose you to both tax and audit.
• Financial Record Procedures: Shadow and perform procedures on various financial statement areas, including cash, accounts receivable, fixed assets, other assets, and accounts payable.
• Statement Adjustment: Review client financial statements and record any necessary adjustments.
• Annual Filing Support: Work on payroll and 1099 annual filing requirements.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level professional with over two years of coursework completed toward a bachelor’s degree in business or accounting.
• Experience: Demonstrated academic dedication and career focus; ability to commit to extended hours and occasional Saturdays during “busy season” (January through mid-April).
• Skills: Confident communication, strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, analytical thinking, proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Bonus: Passion, drive, and an eagerness to learn; a proactive self-starter approach; curiosity and adaptability to challenges.