Intern - Accounting

Colonial Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking an Accounting & Finance Intern to support the Accounting Department with reconciliations, monthly close activities, and financial analysis under supervision.

This internship provides structured training, professional development, and exposure to core financial operations across ambulatory surgery center facilities, reporting to the Senior Accountant or Manager – Facility Accounting.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as junior, senior or graduate student in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles (through coursework).
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (vlookups, xlookups, sumifs, pivot tables).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Interest in healthcare finance and understanding business drivers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of journal entries under staff guidance.
• Perform reconciliations for cash, prepaid assets, and fixed assets.
• Support monthly expense review and basic variance explanations.
• Contribute to P&L and budget-to-actual analysis.
• Assist in preparing financial reporting packages.
• Participate in documentation of policies, procedures, and process improvement projects.
• Support other departments on finance-related requests as assigned.
• Engage in training, mentorship, and professional development activities.
• Ad hoc/impromptu projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Healthcare finance interest

Education

Accounting/Finance/Business Administration student

Tools

Excel

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accounting & Finance Intern is responsible for supporting the Accounting Department with reconciliations, financial analysis, and month-end close activities under supervision. This internship provides structured training, professional development, and exposure to core financial operations of multiple ambulatory surgery center facilities. The role reports to the Senior Accountant or Manager – Facility Accounting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist in preparation of journal entries under staff guidance
• Perform reconciliations for assigned accounts, including cash, prepaid assets, and fixed assets
• Support monthly expense review and basic variance explanations
• Contribute to P&L and budget-to-actual analysis
• Assist in preparing financial reporting packages
• Participate in documentation of policies, procedures, and process improvement projects
• Support other departments on finance-related requests as assigned
• Engage in training, mentorship, and professional development activities
• Ad hoc/impromptu projects
  • Ability to multitask, collaborate and communicate well with individuals of all backgrounds in a fast-paced environment.
  • Taking on additional tasks or projects to learn more about accounting and office operations.

NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled as a junior, senior, or graduate student in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles (through coursework)
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (vlookups, xlookups, sumifs, pivot tables)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Interest in healthcare finance and curiosity to understand business drivers

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional education and experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

OE - Typical Office Environment: (Accountant, Administrative Assistant, Consultant, Program Manager)

• Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking.
• May be required to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Requires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment.
• Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects.
• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.
• May require off-site travel

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

DIRECTLY REPORTING

Senior Accountant, Supervisor or Manager

MATRIX OR INDIRECT REPORTING

None

TYPE OF SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY

Interns follow established procedures under supervision while developing skills in financial accounting and analysis. Work requires attention to detail, problem-solving, and collaboration with facility leaders and accounting staff. Responsibilities may expand as competencies grow throughout the internship.