Accounting Intern

Job Description

Accounting Intern (Remote) | OPCO Skilled Management

The Tone:
This is a 3-month paid internship role at OPCO Skilled Management, located remotely within Texas, Indiana, Missouri, or New Mexico. OPCO Skilled Management is seeking an Accounting Intern to support its financial operations. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance, directly contributing to the company’s operational integrity.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship / Early Career
• Type: Temporary (3-month)
• Location: Remote (Texas, Indiana, Missouri, or New Mexico)
• Team: Reports to Accounting Manager
• Mission: Assist with financial statement preparation, account reconciliation, and general ledger maintenance to ensure accurate financial reporting and support company operations.
• Tech Stack: MS Word, MS Excel, Accounting database computer system

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Statement Preparation: Assist in the preparation of comprehensive monthly and quarterly financial statements.
• Account Reconciliation: Reconcile various bank accounts, including operations, sweep, payroll, and investment accounts, along with other related asset general ledger accounts.
• Journal Entry Preparation: Prepare accurate journal entries for the general ledger and various subsidiary ledgers by compiling, researching, and analyzing necessary data.
• Audit Schedule Development: Develop and update audit schedules and associated financial information on a monthly basis.
• Reporting Assistance: Assist in creating various reports, such as financial analysis, fixed asset, and depreciation reports, as assigned.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an Entry-Level internship position. While not strictly required, candidates who possess a BA/BS degree in Finance and/or Accounting are preferred.
• Experience: Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel. Familiarity and proficiency with an Accounting database computer system are also essential.
• Skills: Must be highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to handle confidential information discreetly. Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills are necessary for effective interaction with all levels of management. The role requires the ability to multi-task, problem-solve, meet deadlines, and consistently follow through on work assignments in a fast-paced environment. The intern must also be able to work additional hours and on special projects as needed.
• Bonus: This 3-month paid internship provides equipment and offers a significant opportunity for full-time hire upon its successful conclusion, with top candidates being considered for a full-time position.