Client Accounting Services Intern - Nov 2026 - May 2027

Echelbarger, Himebaugh, Tamm & Co., P.C; Michigan; On-site; USD 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Echelbarger, Himebaugh, Tamm & Co., P.C. is offering an Accounting Services Intern position in West Michigan. The internship focuses on applying classroom knowledge to real client work, with flexible hours and mentorship from seasoned professionals.

As an Accounting Services Intern, you will participate in journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting tasks, gaining hands-on experience in tax and advisory services within a full-service CPA firm.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's in Accounting from an accredited university.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and QuickBooks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process client transactions by preparing journal entries to the general ledger in QuickBooks Online or other applications.
• Prepare account reconciliations for significant financial statement areas.
• Assist clients in using automation tools for financial reporting.
• Prepare balance sheet, income statement, and other reports to summarize client results.
• Assist in other client special projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Type

Internship

Description

Client Accounting Services Intern

About EHTC

Our Core Values - teamwork, going above and beyond, having a passion for living, and a willingness to grow - reflect our everyday actions, including how we manage our work, relationships, and ourselves.

EHTC is a knowledgeable and dedicated, full-service CPA firm in West Michigan focused on helping clients to achieve their full potential through comprehensive accounting, tax, and business advisory services. Our team members exceed in the areas of tax, accounting, business litigation, valuation, accounting services, technology solutions, personal planning, and management advisory services. We serve the needs of individuals and closely held businesses in the West Michigan area that share our core values, who are trustworthy, entrepreneurial, collaborative, and aspire a long-term advisory relationship.

With everything EHTC does, we strive to maintain a healthy balance of hard work and fun, while helping clients and team members reach their full potential.

Job Overview

As an Accounting Services Intern, you would become an integral member of our Accounting Services practice, interacting with all members of the team, and attending all office meetings and functions. You would be applying your education along with in-house training to a variety of on-the-job experiences and specific accounting services tasks. 10 - 15 Hours per week

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process client transactions by preparing journal entries to the general ledger accounts in QuickBooks Online or other applicable applications
• Prepare account reconciliations for significant financial statement areas
• Assist clients in efficient use of automation tools for financial reporting
• Prepare balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize client results
• Assist in other client special projects

Qualifications

Education/Licensing

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree program in Accounting, or other relevant field, from an accredited university required

Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Teamwork oriented with a willingness to grow, a passion for living, and desire to go above and beyond

Software

• Microsoft Office Suite experience
• Knowledge of Accounting Software (like QuickBook) a plus