Accounting Intern, Part-Time Fall 2025

Southern Arkansas University; Kentucky; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution is offering an Accounting Internship in Kentucky. This internship requires the selected candidate to work part-time, providing both in-office and remote opportunities, allowing for collaboration while offering flexibility. Responsibilities include supporting the accounting team with reconciliations and journal entries, ideal for students pursuing a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance. Candidates must be able to work 20-24 hours weekly with in-office attendance required on Thursdays.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Ability to work 20-24 hours per week for the internship duration.
• In-office presence required 1 day a week on Thursdays.

Responsibilities

• Complete Journal Entries for PPO plans.
• Investigate reconciliation items including AP checks and garnishments.
• Reconcile accounts for PPO plans.
• Assist with completing reconciliations for PPO plans.

Skills

Advanced Excel knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related major

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

Job description

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Location: Mason, OH. This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

This internship is a part of our Fall Enterprise Internship program that will be part-time (20-24 hours per week) and will run from September 15th, 2025 – December 12th, 2025. This internship requires the selected candidate to be in-office at least once per week on Thursdays for in-person team collaboration.

This Accounting Intern will be responsible for supporting the FEP Accounting team with complex reconciliation research and analysis. This role provides an exciting opportunity to learn and apply practical accounting knowledge, showcase critical thinking skills, and support meaningful work within the healthcare industry.

How you will make an impact:

• Successfully complete Journal Entries for at least one PPO plan to gain knowledge of monthly close processes.
• Support team members on the investigation of reconciliation items, specifically for the 115340 reconciliations.
  • This may include but is not limited to: AP checks, levy garnishments, and state/federal withholds.
• Successfully complete reconciliations for at least one PPO plan to gain knowledge of how to properly reconcile accounts.
• Pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related major at an accredited college or university
• Ability to work a minimum of 20-24 hours per week for the duration of the internship, scheduled as 3 days per week (8:00am-5:00pm). Thursdays in-office are required.

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:

• Experience in the use of MS Office suite, strong preference for advanced Excel knowledge
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership ability as evidenced in extracurricular activities