Accounting Intern: GAAP, Recs & Reports with Mentorship

Strategic Education, Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Strategic Education, Inc. offers a Summer Internship Program for undergraduates pursuing accounting or finance. Interns will gain hands-on experience, receive mentorship, and contribute to real business initiatives within a publicly traded higher education company.

The role focuses on journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls. Applicants should be prepared to work onsite near Herndon, VA and may travel occasionally as needed.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, preferably with an expected graduation date of Spring 2027.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare accounting reports for management.
• Support internal controls documentation and compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Financial Reporting

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Excel Proficiency

Teamwork and Collaboration

Adaptability

Time Management

Ethical Judgment

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Strategic Education, Inc. offers a Summer Internship Program for undergraduates pursuing accounting or finance. Interns will gain hands-on experience, receive mentorship, and contribute to real business initiatives within a publicly traded higher education company.

The role focuses on journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls. Applicants should be prepared to work onsite near Herndon, VA and may travel occasionally as needed.