Paid Accounting Intern: Hands-on GL & Payroll

J. F. Ahern Co.; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Housing stipend

401(k) access

Professional development

Job summary

J. F. Ahern Co. is offering an Accounting Intern position in Fond du Lac, WI. This internship provides hands-on experience supporting payroll and general ledger activities within a high-performing accounting team.

You will work closely with colleagues across functions to ensure accurate reconciliations, balancing and timely file processing, while developing practical skills in accounting and finance. Ahern emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and professional growth during your internship.

Qualifications

• Accounting or Finance coursework is beneficial.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Sheets, Word).
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organization and a collaborative team mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist Payroll and General Ledger teams with daily tasks.
• Support reconciliations, balancing, and file interactions.
• Collaborate with various departments to complete tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team player

Deadline-driven

Organizational skills

Education

Accounting or Finance coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

J. F. Ahern Co. is offering an Accounting Intern position in Fond du Lac, WI. This internship provides hands-on experience supporting payroll and general ledger activities within a high-performing accounting team.

You will work closely with colleagues across functions to ensure accurate reconciliations, balancing and timely file processing, while developing practical skills in accounting and finance. Ahern emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and professional growth during your internship.