Accounting Intern

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DiMercurio Advisors LLC

Accounting Intern

Orlando, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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.