Accounting Intern

DiMercurio Advisors LLC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

DiMercurio Advisors LLC in Orlando, Florida seeks an Accounting Intern to gain hands‑on experience supporting real client engagements under seasoned professionals. You’ll assist with monthly bookkeeping, reconcile bank statements, and help prepare financial statements while learning Xero and QuickBooks Online.

The program targets students pursuing accounting or finance, offering mentorship and a path toward public accounting, bookkeeping, or advisory services.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly bookkeeping and accounting services for small business clients.
• Review and categorize bank and credit card transactions and perform reconciliations.
• Complete bank, credit card, and other balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare and maintain accounting workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing procedures.
• Review general ledger activity for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with the preparation and review of financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements.
• Identify missing information, outstanding transactions, or discrepancies that require additional research.
• Gather and organize client documentation needed to complete accounting projects.
• Assist accounting professionals with cleanup projects, special projects, and other client accounting needs.
• Learn and utilize Xero, QuickBooks Online, and other accounting technology platforms.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks Online

Job description

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.