Accounting Intern

Strongpoint Partners; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote options

Flexible PTO

Inclusive culture

Growth opportunities

Health benefits

Job summary

Strongpoint Partners is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Intern to join our downtown Chicago team. This part-time, hybrid role offers hands-on exposure to accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, reporting, and general ledger maintenance.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a Bachelor’s in Accounting or related field, comfortable with Excel and basic GAAP concepts, and eager to learn from seasoned professionals while collaborating with teammates.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Basic understanding of GAAP and financial principles preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing.
• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Help prepare and maintain financial reports, spreadsheets, and journal entries.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations under supervision.
• Assist with data entry, filing, and document organization.
• Support audits and budget tracking as needed.
• Conduct research and analysis to support the accounting team.
• Help ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel proficient

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance (in progress)

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Job description

Strongpoint Partners is tech‑enabled retirement services platform serving small to mid‑sized businesses with integrated retirement third‑party administration, recordkeeping, payroll, and HR solutions. Recognized as one of Inc. 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies in America and certified as a Great Place to Work, Strongpoint offers a suite of services that prioritizes accuracy, compliance, and reduction of regulatory risk for its clients, delivered by local client success teams that understand the nuances of the markets they serve. With a coast‑to‑coast network of 19 leading firms including HowardSimon (HSR), Jocelyn Pension Consulting (JPC), Retirement Strategies Group (RSG), Retirement Planners and Administrators (RPA), Pension Financial Services (PFS), Pollard & Associates (PA), Carlson Quinn (CQ), SI GROUP (SIG), Retirement Planning Consulting Group (RPCG), Karel‑Gordon & Associates (KGA), Cash Balance Actuaries (CBA), Pension Consultants, Inc. (PCI), Actuaries Unlimited (AUI), California Retirement Plans (CRP), Benefit Equity (BEI), United Benefit Pensions, Inc. (UBP), Creative Retirement Systems (CRS), Associated Pension Consultants (APC), Allied Consultants, Inc. (ACI), American Retirement Plan Services, LLC (ARPS), and SMS Retirement (SMS). Strongpoint Partners combines a relentless passion for service and innovation with the experience and expertise required to make retirement work for everyone. For more information, please visit: www.strongpointpartners.com.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and motivated Accounting Intern to join our team. This role offers hands‑on experience in a professional accounting environment, providing exposure to a range of accounting functions such as accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, reporting, and general ledger maintenance. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, organized, and comfortable working with numbers and spreadsheets.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a part‑time internship (approximately 20 hours per week) based in our downtown Chicago office. The position follows a hybrid work model, with a few half‑days per week in the office and the remainder of the work completed remotely. We are seeking candidates who are able to work from May through August 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing.
• Support month‑end and year‑end closing procedures.
• Help prepare and maintain financial reports, spreadsheets, and journal entries.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations under supervision.
• Assist with data entry, filing, and document organization.
• Support audits and budget tracking as needed.
• Conduct research and analysis to support the accounting team.
• Help ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Basic understanding of GAAP and financial principles preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

What You’ll Gain:

• Practical experience in day‑to‑day accounting operations.
• Mentorship from experienced accounting professionals.
• Insight into financial reporting and business operations.
• The opportunity to develop technical and professional skills that support a future career in accounting or finance.

Pay Transparency Statement:

The anticipated pay range for this position is $18–$20/hour.

At Strongpoint Partners, our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum base pay for the posted position applicable to all locations across the US. Within the posted salary range, individual pay is determined by the geographic location, job related skills, experience, education, and certifications. Our total compensation package includes base pay plus a comprehensive benefits program.

Our Value‑Driven Employee Experience:

• Flexible Workplace – Hybrid and remote options available for many roles.
• Flexible PTO – Competitive paid time off, including flexible & unlimited options.
• Inclusive Environment – A culture that values diversity, collaboration, and respect.
• Growth Opportunities – Support for ongoing learning and career development.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.

Specific benefits and programs may vary by partner and position.