Accounting Intern

About the Role

The Accounting Department at AKRF is seeking an Accounting Intern to participate in our 2027 summer internship program. This position will be in our New York City Office. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Record financial transactions accurately and efficiently into the accounting system.
• Verify, process, and reconcile Vendor invoices and payments.
• Verify, process, and reconcile Clients’ payments. 
• Assist in maintaining accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
• Perform data entry, filing, and other administrative tasks related to accounting.
• Assist in internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and support.
• Collaborate with team members to resolve accounting discrepancies and issues.

Essential Requirements:

• Enrolled in an accounting or finance-related degree program: pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Familiarity with basic accounting concepts, financial statements, and accounting software is essential. 
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information and adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Perform other basic accounting and finance-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Proficient in performing account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in managing large volumes of data and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior in handling sensitive financial information.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on analysis and assessment of customer accounts.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulations, procedures, and software systems.
• Willingness to learn and implement new collection strategies and tools.

Compensation

The hourly rate for the Accounting Intern role is $26hr.

Why Work at AKRF

Founded in 1981, AKRF is an award-winning consulting firm with 400 planners, engineers, designers, economists, ecologists, geologists, historians, archaeologists, acousticians, and many other types of professionals guided by the belief that to be original is to be transformative. 

Professionals join and remain at AKRF for our corporate-casual environment that values flexible work schedules and locations, and balances award-winning projects with social impact initiatives, charitable giving, and plenty of fun and games. We foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where employees are respected and valued in honor of their identities; we strive to deliver on this promise every day. Our cookie exchanges and ice cream socials are quite the treat.

Equal Opportunity Company

AKRF enforces a policy of equal employment opportunity in our daily operations. The firm has a demonstrated history of hiring, training, developing, promoting and retaining minority group members and women. All employment-related decisions are based solely on relevant criteria and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, caregiver status, military/veteran status or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.