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Strategic Education, Inc · 10 hours ago

Accounting Intern

Minneapolis, MN

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$19.50/hr - $29.75/hr

Strategic Education Inc. is looking for a group of dynamic students to join our summer internship program to get hands-on experience, skills development, networking, and mentorship with a corporate finance function supporting an innovative publicly traded higher education company. The Accounting Intern will practice their accounting skills and assist with various accounting tasks.

Education

Responsibilities

The Accounting Intern practices their accounting knowledge and skills in a professional setting

Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations

Prepare accounting reports for management

Support internal controls documentation and compliance

Other functions and duties as assigned

Qualification

Financial ReportingExcel ProficiencyAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailProblem-SolvingEthical JudgmentCommunication SkillsTeamworkCollaborationAdaptabilityTime Management

Required

Analytical Skills - ability to dissect financial data, identify trends, interpret complex information, and make informed decisions

Financial Reporting - understand financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements) and is comfortable with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)

Attention to Detail - focus on detail when analyzing data, preparing reports, or reconciling accounts

Communication Skills - clearly write and verbally communicate to explain financial concepts, present findings, and collaborate with colleagues

Problem-Solving - think critically and propose effective solutions when encountering complex challenges

Excel Proficiency - skilled in manipulating data, creating pivot tables, using formulas and functions, and building financial models

Teamwork and Collaboration - works well with others, contribute to team goals, and communicate effectively

Adaptability - is open to change and willing to learn new tools, software, and industry trends

Time Management - ability to juggle multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines

Ethical Judgment - shows integrity and ethical judgment when handling sensitive information

Must be able to travel occasionally should a business need arise

Ability to work onsite in Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role

If offsite or hybrid role, must have access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location

This role may require lifting, however reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies

Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers

Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant

Able to access information using a computer

Preferred

Current undergraduate college student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related degree, preferably with an expected graduation in Spring 2027