Accounting Intern

Job Description

Accounting Intern | Honkamp, P.C.

The Tone:
This is an internship at Honkamp, P.C., located in In-person St Louis, MO. Honkamp is recognized as a Top 10 Midwest CPA and business advisory group, dedicated to providing forward-thinking and effective solutions to clients. This role is crucial for students pursuing an accounting degree, offering practical, real-world experience that applies classroom learning to impactful business projects within a supportive and collaborative environment. Interns contribute directly to client service delivery while exploring a potential long-term career path in public accounting.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Flexible
• Location: In-person St Louis, MO

• Mission: This intern will contribute to client service delivery by performing essential accounting tasks, applying academic knowledge to practical business challenges, and gaining valuable industry exposure.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Programs

What You’ll Actually Do
• Processing: Process monthly accounts for a diverse range of clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial record-keeping.
• Reconciliation: Prepare comprehensive bank reconciliations to verify and balance financial transactions.
• Tax Preparation: Prepare state sales and use tax filings, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Reporting: Complete annual 1099 and 1096 forms as part of year-end reporting obligations.
• Maintenance: Maintain client depreciation schedules, accurately tracking asset values over time.
• Administration: Handle various administrative tasks as assigned, providing essential support to team members and firm operations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, with a classification appropriate for an entry-level internship position.
• Experience: No specific years of prior experience are required, as this role is designed for those actively considering a long-term career in public accounting and seeking industry exposure. Candidates should demonstrate an eagerness to develop client service and technical skills, showing a proactive approach to professional growth within the industry.
• Skills: Possess outstanding academic performance in accounting-related studies. Demonstrate strong capabilities in time management and organization, ensuring efficient handling of multiple tasks. Exhibit clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for interacting with team members and clients. Apply robust problem-solving abilities to address various accounting challenges. Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Programs.