Intern, Accounting (Cash Operations)

Job Description

Intern, Accounting (Cash Operations) | That Startup Job

The Tone:
This is an internship at LendingPoint, located in Kennesaw, Georgia, with hybrid work options available. LendingPoint is an Atlanta-based fintech balance sheet lender focused on redefining who can access money at fair rates and empowering consumers to build financial momentum. The company holds intellectual patents for unique data modeling and credit scoring. This role is designed to provide comprehensive, practical, hands-on experience within a professional accounting environment, directly supporting the Accounting team. The Intern will contribute to the organization’s overall goals by assisting with critical cash operations, financial reporting accuracy, and process improvement initiatives.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: Hybrid – Kennesaw, GA
• Team: Accounting Team, reporting to the Accounting Manager/Controller
• Mission: This person supports critical accounting operations, ensures strong internal controls, and assists with cross-functional processes related to cash management, financial reporting, and the timely completion of month-end close activities.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, standard office software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Cash Management: Assist with daily cash receipts and disbursements across operational bank accounts, as well as trust and collection accounts, including those for loan servicing, distribution, and reserves.
• Financial Entries: Prepare recurring and non-recurring monthly journal entries, ensuring they are in strict accordance with GAAP and internal accounting policies, and maintain audit-ready supporting documentation.
• Bookkeeping & Close: Support day-to-day bookkeeping activities and contribute to month-end and year-end close processes, adhering strictly to established deadlines.
• Account Reconciliation: Assist with monthly balance sheet account reconciliations for various accounts such as cash, trust/collection accounts, prepaids, and accrued liabilities, actively researching and clearing identified variances.
• Process Improvement: Participate in ad hoc projects, system implementations, automation initiatives, and other process improvement efforts as assigned by the team.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. This is an Entry-Level opportunity.
• Experience: Demonstrated strong academic performance and a keen interest in accounting, finance, or related business operations.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office software; strong attention to detail for financial data accuracy; analytical skills to evaluate data and apply logical thinking to accounting tasks.
• Bonus: Experience with an ERP or general ledger system such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or Oracle.