Accounting Intern

# Position Overview At DiMercurio Advisors, our mission is to empower small business owners by simplifying complex financial information. As an **Accounting Intern**, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced accounting professionals while supporting real clients and real accounting engagements. This internship is designed for students pursuing a career in public accounting, bookkeeping, managed accounting, or advisory services. You'll develop practical accounting skills, strengthen your understanding of financial statements and accounting processes, and gain exposure to the day-to-day operations of a growing public accounting firm. This is more than a data-entry internship—you'll actively contribute to client engagements, learn industry-leading accounting software, and work directly with professionals dedicated to helping you grow. ## What You'll Do As an Accounting Intern, you'll support the Accounting Team by: - Assisting with monthly bookkeeping and accounting services for small business clients. - Categorizing and reviewing bank and credit card transactions. - Completing bank, credit card, and other balance sheet reconciliations. - Assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities. - Preparing and maintaining accounting workpapers and supporting documentation. - Assisting with month-end and year-end closing procedures. - Reviewing general ledger activity for accuracy, completeness, and unusual transactions. - Assisting with the preparation and review of financial statements, including balance sheets and profit and loss statements. - Identifying missing information, outstanding transactions, or discrepancies that require additional research. - Gathering and organizing client documentation needed to complete accounting projects. - Assisting accounting professionals with cleanup projects, special projects, and other client accounting needs. - Learning and utilizing Xero, QuickBooks Online, and other accounting technology platforms. - Participating in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities. ## What We're Looking For ### Technical Skills Preferred qualifications include: - Basic understanding of accounting principles, including debits, credits, and the accounting equation. - Basic understanding of financial statements, including the balance sheet and income statement. - Familiarity with bank reconciliations and general ledger accounting. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. - Experience working with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting/filtering, and basic data analysis. - Familiarity with Xero or QuickBooks Online is a plus but not required. - Ability and willingness to learn new accounting software and technology tools quickly. ### Professional Skills Successful candidates typically demonstrate: - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. - A proactive approach to problem-solving. - Professionalism and accountability. - Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines. - Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment. - Curiosity and a willingness to ask questions and learn. - A desire to understand not only **how** something is done, but**why** it is done. ## Education & Experience ### Required - Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. - Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred. ### Preferred - Interest in pursuing a career in public accounting, bookkeeping, managed accounting, or advisory services. - Interest in pursuing CPA or other relevant professional credentials. - Previous internship, bookkeeping, accounting, or business experience is a plus but not required. ## What You'll Gain Through this internship, you'll have the opportunity to: - Work on real client accounting engagements. - Develop practical bookkeeping and accounting skills. - Learn how to review financial statements for accuracy and completeness. - Gain hands-on experience with bank and credit card reconciliations. - Learn Xero, QuickBooks Online, and other accounting technology. - Gain exposure to month-end and year-end accounting processes. - Understand how accounting information is used to help small business owners make better decisions. - Develop professional client communication skills. - Receive mentorship and feedback from experienced accounting professionals. - Build a strong foundation for a future career in public accounting, bookkeeping, managed accounting, or advisory services. High-performing interns may be considered for future internship opportunities or full-time positions upon graduation. ## Travel Minimal travel may be required. ## Work Schedule & Location We believe trust and flexibility are key components of a successful workplace. ### In-Office - Typical office hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. ## About DiMercurio Advisors DiMercurio Advisors is a fast-growing accounting, tax, and advisory firm based in Orlando, Florida. We specialize in serving first-time business owners throughout Florida with annual revenues of $3 million or less. Our clients operate in industries including: - Real Estate - Restaurants - Professional Services - Creative Businesses - Side-Hustle and Entrepreneurial Ventures We focus on building long-term relationships based on trust, education, and proactive guidance. ## Our Mission **To empower business owners to succeed by simplifying complex financial information.** ## Our Core Values - **Be Transparent** - **Empower Through Education** - **Adapt to Change** - **Seek to Understand** - **Think Like an Owner** ## Why Join Us? Culture is at the heart of everything we do. We're proud to be recognized as a great place to work because we invest heavily in our people, their growth, and their success. We believe: - Accountability builds trust. - Diverse perspectives create better solutions. - Continuous learning drives professional growth. - Asking questions and seeking to understand leads to better results. - A supportive team environment helps everyone thrive. Many new team members tell us: *"I've never seen a company support their team like this before."* If you're looking for an internship where you'll gain meaningful, hands-on accounting experience, receive mentorship, work with real small businesses, and make a real impact, we'd love to meet you.