Job Summary:

Synergy Enterprises, Inc., a woman-owned government contractor, is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant Intern to support the Accounting Department with a variety of administrative and accounting-related tasks. This internship provides students with practical experience in a professional office environment while developing organizational, communication, and basic accounting skills.

This position is designed for students seeking school credit and/or a stipend and requires a commitment of 5–10 hours per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Enter accounting and financial data accurately into spreadsheets and accounting systems.
• Organize, file, scan, and maintain accounting and financial documents.
• Assist with electronic and paper record management.
• Prepare and organize documents for audits, reporting, and other accounting functions.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other accounting processes as assigned.
• Assist with data verification and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Perform general clerical and administrative duties in support of the Accounting Department.
• Answer phones, schedule meetings, and assist with other office tasks as needed.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a professional office environment.

Preferred:

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Interest in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Previous office, clerical, or administrative experience is helpful but not required.

Other job requirements:

 Physical demands and work environment:

• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle objects and documents; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision. Employee may use office equipment such as telephone, computer, computer software, calculator, printer, copier, and facsimile.
• Work environment: Employees are not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of employees so classified.