Accounting Intern

The Windquest Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch stipend

Monthly parking stipend

Retirement plan participation

Exclusive perks & discounts

Free snacks

Catered monthly office lunches

Job summary

The Windquest Group, a Michigan-based privately held enterprise and private investment management firm, invites motivated Accounting Interns to join our diverse portfolio operations. You'll work with seasoned professionals on the month-end close, financial reporting, AP/AR, and process improvements across multiple industries.

This one-year internship emphasizes hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities to advance.

Qualifications

• Current college student enrolled part-time at a fully accredited four-year institution with related coursework in accounting.
• Experience with bookkeeping tasks, data entry, and use of spreadsheet tools is helpful.
• Interest in pursuing a long-term career in accounting; strong desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Participate in projects that improve financial processes and internal systems across diverse Windquest portfolio companies.
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable by processing invoices, vendor payments, and customer billings.
• Assist with financial reporting and analysis across multiple Windquest portfolio companies.
• Support annual 1099 preparation and tax reporting activities.
• Assist with office administration duties as assigned.
• Prepare selected financial reports and perform ad hoc projects as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Curiosity

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing accounting degree

Current college student (part-time)

Job description

Windquest Group is a Michigan-based, privately held enterprise and private investment management firm with diversified operations in performance technology, sustainability solutions, consumer goods, manufacturing, craft alcohol, and nonprofit solutions. We invest in people who care and aim to make our world a better place.

At Windquest Group, we strive to think big, have fun, and hire and develop the best talent! We pride ourselves on being a motivated, work-hard-play-hard, close-knit team. We also believe that in order for our employees to work hard, we need to provide them with a healthy work-life balance and give them a full range of benefits, and our interns are no exception! While a part of our team you will receive a lunch stipend, monthly parking stipend, the option to participate in our Retirement plan, exclusive perks and discounts to our portfolio of organizations, free snacks, office outings, and catered monthly office lunches!

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Accounting Internship at Windquest Group is designed for interns who want to build a strong foundation in corporate accounting while gaining hands-on experience across a diverse portfolio of businesses.

As an Accounting Intern, you'll work alongside experienced accounting professionals and contribute to real projects that support the month-end close process, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and process improvement initiatives. You'll gain exposure to accounting practices across a diverse portfolio of businesses, including manufacturing, consumer products, media, hospitality, and private investment operations.

Throughout the internship, you'll receive mentorship from experienced accounting professionals who are committed to helping you build technical skills, business acumen, and confidence as you prepare for your career. This internship is intended to last approximately one year, allowing you to build meaningful experience, take on increasing responsibility, and develop skills that will prepare you for a successful career in accounting. High-performing interns may be considered for future internship extensions or full-time opportunities based on business needs and individual performance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, general ledger review, and financial reporting.
• Participate in accounting projects that improve financial processes and internal systems.
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable by processing invoices, vendor payments, and customer billings.
• Assist with financial reporting and analysis across multiple Windquest portfolio companies.
• Participate in accounting projects that improve financial processes and internal systems.
• Support annual 1099 preparation and tax reporting activities.
• Participate in office administration duties as assigned.
• Prepare selected financial reports as assigned.
• Perform ad hoc projects as assigned.

YOU WILL THRIVE HERE IF YOU

• Enjoy solving problems and working with numbers.
• Like learning new systems and processes.
• Take pride in accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ask thoughtful questions and enjoy continuous learning.
• Enjoy collaborating with others while taking ownership of your work.
• Want to gain real-world accounting experience before graduation.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

• Hands-on accounting experience in a corporate environment.
• Exposure to multiple industries and business models.
• Experience with month-end close and financial reporting.
• Mentorship from experienced accounting professionals.
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects.
• A deeper understanding of corporate accounting processes.
• Professional development and networking opportunities.
• A strong foundation for a career in accounting.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Current college student enrolled at least part-time at a fully accredited four-year institution; related college coursework in accounting is required.
• Previous college coursework and/or professional work experience with various bookkeeping duties/computer applications, including bank reconciliations, data input, word processing, and databases.
• Interest in pursuing a long term career in accounting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel with a desire to continue developing advanced spreadsheet skills.
• High attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to initiate, prioritize, follow through on projects, work independently, and be self-directed.
• Highest level of confidentiality must be exercised at all times.
• Must be able to open standard and lateral file drawers that require push/pull force.
• Must be able to lift/transport boxes of approximately thirty (30) pounds, stoop, bend, and climb steps and stairs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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