Accounting Intern

Farmers-and-Merchants-Bank-of-Long-Beac; Lakewood (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmers and Merchants Bank of Long Beach is seeking an Accounting Intern in Lakewood, CA. This full-time internship supports the Finance & Accounting Department with general accounting, budgeting, and reporting tasks.

You will prepare Excel schedules, assist with monthly close, verify ledger activity, and help with accounts payable and clerical duties. Strong Excel skills and basic MS Office knowledge are preferred, with a high school diploma or GED expected; prior customer service is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic to intermediate Excel and MS Office skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist design and maintenance of Excel spreadsheets for accounting reports.
• Prepare monthly general ledger certifications and reconciliations.
• Handle clerical tasks: filing, scanning, and archiving.
• Support budgeting tasks and monthly actual-versus-budget reports.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Excel proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Accounting Intern

Full Time 5 Admin Support Lakewood, CA, US

Salary Range: $16.50 To $24.50 Hourly

Job Summary

This position assists the Finance & Accounting Department (F&AD) with general accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, accounts payable, and office clerical functions, including preparing various Excel schedules, financial reports, and supporting documentation. The Accounting Assistant Intern will have the opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of accounting duties, financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting functions.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting

• Assist with the design, preparation and maintenance of excel spreadsheets using mathematical calculations to prepare various accounting reports.
• Perform monthly general ledger account certifications; prepare various excel spreadsheets to summarize and balance general ledger activity.
• Perform general clerical responsibilities such as filing, scanning, maintain archive boxes inventory, mailing tasks and other clerical tasks.
• Prepare monthly department closing calendar.
• Other general accounting duties as assigned.
• Support department team members with additional tasks and projects as assigned.

Budgeting

• Analyze historical financial activity in order to prepare various general ledger accounts budgets.
• Assist with the preparation of actual versus budget reports; analyze historical activity and explain variances.
• Assist department with general budgeting tasks such as running various reports and reviewing them to ensure changes are properly inputted and to identify any material changes.
• Provide support for any budgeting system upgrades including testing and validation.
• Provide budget training to other Bank departments.

Compliance Responsibilities

Complies with all applicable state and federal banking laws, regulations, and internal policies related but not limited to lending, operations, and deposit requirements, including Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations, Customer Identification Program (CIP) requirements, Financial Elder Abuse reporting laws, Sexual Harassment prevention policies, information security and privacy requirements.

Required Knowledge

• Basic computer literacy with foundational knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy while performing repetitive tasks.

Equipment Operated

• Operates standard electronic computers and customary office equipment required to perform essential job functions.
• Use of equipment is required, with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Nothing in this description is intended to limit the availability of reasonable accommodation under applicable law.

• Ability to perform repetitive movements associated with office and computer-based work.
• Ability to sit and or stand for extended periods of time to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to manage, manipulate, or feel objects and operate standard office equipment.
• Work is primarily performed in an office environment with a controlled temperature and standard office conditions.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED required
• Prior customer service experience preferred but not required.

Minimum Absence Requirement

Some positions within the Bank have been designated as sensitive positions due to access to critical systems, records, or processes. In accordance with Bank policy and sound internal‑control practices, employees in sensitive positions are required to complete a mandatory consecutive absence from essential duties each calendar year to support segregation of duties and independent review.

The required absence will be scheduled in coordination with management to ensure continuity of operations. Administration of absence, including paid or unpaid status, will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage and hour and leave laws, including California requirements.

Required Minimum Absence for This Position: Two (2) Consecutive Weeks

For qualified positions, the Bank may designate an Officer Title based on the role’s job level, scope of responsibility, and alignment with established competency frameworks. Eligibility for an Officer Title designation is contingent upon the employee meeting defined competency, performance, and experience requirements and is governed by applicable Bank policies, governance standards, and required approval processes.

• This position is not eligible for an Officer Title.

Compensation

• Non‑Exempt Hourly Rate: $16.50 – $24.50 per hour

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned, consistent with business needs and applicable law.

Farmers and Merchants Bank of Long Beach reserve the right to modify, amend, or discontinue job duties or requirements at any time. Nothing in this job description creates a contract of employment, either express or implied, or alters the at‑will nature of employment.