Finance Intern

Atlanta, GA, United StatesFinance & AccountingInternship

FINANCE INTERN

JOB SUMMARY

The Finance Intern will support the Finance & Accounting team with routine financial, accounting, reporting, and administrative activities. The role provides practical exposure to financial operations while assisting with data entry, recordkeeping, reconciliations, reporting, and other finance-related tasks under the guidance of experienced team members.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Financial & Accounting Support

  • Assist with routine finance and accounting activities.
  • Support the processing and organization of invoices, receipts, payments, and financial documents.
  • Assist with maintaining accurate financial records and data.

2. Data Entry & Recordkeeping

  • Enter and update financial information accurately in accounting systems and spreadsheets.
  • Maintain organized digital and physical finance records.
  • Assist with reviewing financial documents for completeness and accuracy.

3. Reconciliation & Reporting Support

  • Assist with basic account and transaction reconciliations.
  • Support the preparation of financial reports, summaries, and spreadsheets.
  • Help gather financial information for internal reporting and analysis.

4. Accounts Payable & Receivable Support

  • Assist with invoice processing and payment documentation.
  • Support the tracking of customer payments and outstanding balances.
  • Help organize vendor and customer account records.

5. Administrative & Project Support

  • Assist the Finance team with administrative and research tasks.
  • Support month-end and year-end financial activities as assigned.
  • Participate in finance projects and other tasks under the supervision of the Finance team.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

  • Accuracy of financial data entry and documentation.
  • Timely completion of assigned finance tasks.
  • Accuracy and organization of financial records.
  • Successful completion of assigned reconciliations and reports.
  • Responsiveness to Finance team requests and deadlines.
  • Demonstrated learning and application of finance and accounting procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Previous finance, accounting, or administrative experience is an advantage but not required.
  • Basic knowledge of accounting and financial principles.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is preferred.
  • Strong numerical, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Willingness to learn and develop practical finance and accounting skills.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

  • Complete assigned finance tasks accurately and within established deadlines.
  • Maintain organized and confidential financial records.
  • Demonstrate attention to detail and willingness to learn.
  • Follow established finance and accounting procedures.
  • Communicate effectively with Finance team members and other departments.
  • Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and a strong interest in developing financial skills.