Accounting Internship - Summer 2027

Erickson Senior Living; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Erickson Senior Living is hiring for a Summer Intern Program in accounting, based in-office. You will gain hands-on experience, work with accounting teams on core processes, and rotate through finance areas to understand how accounting supports the broader organization.

Ideal candidates are current students with at least two years of college completed, coursework in accounting/finance, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Two years of college completed with accounting/finance coursework.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles, guidance and regulations.
• Ability to clearly communicate thoughts and solutions verbally and in writing.
• Intermediate computer and technology skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reporting deliverables as requested by Management.
• Participate in the monthly closing process by: Preparing journal entries, Preparing balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support and participate in special projects and initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting basics

Communication

MS Office

Education

Two years of college completed with accounting/finance coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Location:

Erickson Senior Living

We are hiring for our Summer Intern Program! This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on accounting experience while learning from experienced finance professionals. You'll spend the majority of your internship working within our accounting teams, where you'll gain practical exposure to key accounting processes and responsibilities. You will contribute to meaningful projects, develop technical and professional skills, and gain valuable insight into the day-to-day operations of a home office accounting department. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in shorter rotations with other areas of Finance. These rotations will provide a broader understanding of how accounting works alongside other finance functions across the organization. As an intern, you'll contribute to our mission to help people live better lives while building valuable skills and real-world experience to support your future career.

This is a fully in-office position.

What we offer

• Compensation: $20 - $22 per hour.
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all employees over 18 years of age.
• A "career for life" approach to professional and personal development for our greatest asset: our employees.
• Free onsite parking at all of our communities and corporate offices.
• A culture of diversity and inclusion, which builds on our mission, vision, and values.

How you will make an impact

• Prepare reporting deliverables as requested by Management.
• Participate in the monthly closing process by:
  • Preparing journal entries
  • Preparing balance sheet reconciliations

• Support and participate in special projects and initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will need

• Current student with a minimum of two years of college completed, with coursework in accounting and/or finance.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles, guidance and regulations.
• Ability to clearly communicate thoughts and solutions verbally and in writing.
• Intermediate computer and technology skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, Erickson Senior Living is one of the country's largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care with a growing, national network of communities. We help people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing you with a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.