Paid Nonprofit Accounting Intern

American Association of Christian Counselors; Forest (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship from accounting pros

On-site role

Professional development

Job summary

The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) is seeking an Accounting Intern to support our internal accounting team. This hands-on role provides exposure to core accounting functions, daily tasks, and diverse projects within a mission-driven nonprofit.

The ideal candidate is a current Bachelor's student in Accounting or Finance, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and capable of collaborating with staff.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Strong interest in accounting and financial operations
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily accounting tasks, including data entry, invoice processing, and documentation
• Support account reconciliations by gathering and organizing supporting information
• Assist with month-end close activities, including preparation of schedules and reports
• Help maintain organized financial records and audit documentation
• Support the Staff and Senior Accountants with ad hoc projects and analyses
• Assist with basic reporting, spreadsheet updates, and financial data validation
• Learn and apply company accounting policies, procedures, and systems
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and system clean-up projects

Skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Strong interest in accounting

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) is seeking an Accounting Intern to support our internal accounting team. This hands-on role provides exposure to core accounting functions, daily tasks, and diverse projects within a mission-driven nonprofit.

The ideal candidate is a current Bachelor's student in Accounting or Finance, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and capable of collaborating with staff.