Accounting Intern at Cloud Bridge Tech Recruitment

Countryside, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

20.5

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Entry, Financial Recordkeeping, Invoice Processing, Journal Entries, Account Reconciliations, Billing Records, Credit Card Transaction Resolution, Audit Preparation, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office, Teams, Zoom, Confidentiality, Task Management, Team Orientation, Attention To Detail

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description At Helping Hand, we're on a mission to transform lives through genuine care and education, and that includes creating meaningful learning opportunities for future professionals. As an Accounting Intern, you'll gain hands-on experience in a mission-driven organization while supporting critical financial operations that help us serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role, you will work closely with our Finance team and gain exposure to real-world accounting processes. The internship is designed to give you practical experience while building foundational accounting skills in a supportive environment. SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION: In office/On-site position. Hours will mainly be Must be available for a 15-week work-study internship during the spring. Salary $20.50/hr (hourly/non-exempt) HELPING HAND PERKS: Purpose-driven work that changes lives. Team member appreciation events and year-round recognition. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness support. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Assist with data entry, financial recordkeeping, and invoice processing. Support monthly journal entries and account reconciliations. Record client payments and maintain accurate billing records. Help research and resolve credit card transaction issues. Assist with audit preparation and documentation. Collaborate with team members on various accounting and administrative tasks. Other duties as assigned. Requirements WHAT YOU BRING: Education: Must be a current student pursuing a bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, etc.) or have relevant coursework/experience. Skill Sets: Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) as well as Teams, Zoom, etc. Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of the agency. Reliable transportation to the office. A proactive team-oriented mindset and a willingness to learn. Ability to promote and adhere to company values. A commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. Ability to attend team and agency meetings as required by the position. WORK ENVIRONMENT: · The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to assist others, access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. · The ability to observe details at a close range (within a few feet of the observer). · The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in all situations. · Consistently position self to maintain files in cabinets or assist team members. · Ability to work in a shared multi-task, multi-person business office. Helping Hand is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that embracing our differences strengthens our community and enhances the quality of care we provide.

Responsibilities

The intern will support critical financial operations by assisting with data entry, financial recordkeeping, invoice processing, and maintaining accurate billing records. Key tasks also include supporting monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and aiding in audit preparation and documentation.