Paid Internship: Accounting - Compilation and Review Job at Nienhuis Financial Group, Grandville, MI

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  • Nienhuis Financial Group
  • Grandville, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Nienhuis Financial Group is a rapidly growing accounting firm committed to delivering excellence in fractional and managerial accounting services. Our client base includes private companies with between $1-75M in revenue, varies in industry, and includes Not-For-Profit and For Profit. With a dedicated team and a strong focus on communication, accuracy and timeliness, we strive to exceed client expectations.

The Accounting Intern will support the firms Compilation and Review engagements by assisting in the preparation of financial statements, organizing and analyzing client-provided data, and performing basic accounting procedures under the supervision of senior staff and CPAs. This role provides hands-on experience with professional standards, engagement workflow, and client service within a public accounting environment.

Position Responsibilities

Use generally accepted accounting principles to:

  • Assist in preparing compilation and review-level financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, statements of cash flows, and related notes.
  • Organize, reconcile, and verify client-provided financial data to ensure completeness and accuracy.
  • Prepare engagement workpapers in accordance with firm policies and professional standards.
  • Perform analytical reviews such as ratio analysis, variance analysis, and trend comparisons.
  • Identify unusual fluctuations or discrepancies and communicate findings to senior staff.
  • Ensure all supporting schedules and documentation meet GAAP and SSARS (Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services) requirements.
  • Maintain accurate and well-organized electronic files and documentation.
  • Assist with quality control procedures and review checklists.
  • Assist with monthly or quarterly bookkeeping tasks as needed.
  • Support the team with research, data entry, and administrative activities.
  • Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and workflow planning.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
  • Proficiency with Excel and general accounting software.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.

Preferred

  • Coursework completed in Intermediate Accounting or Auditing.
  • Prior experience with QuickBooks, CaseWare, or similar software.

Reading, Math, and Reasoning Skills

Strong written and oral communications, interpersonal skills, analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, service focus and time management skills required. Must be able to work independently and as part of a larger team.

Other Helpful Software Experience

Microsoft Outlook Email, Calendar, Teams, Excel, Multifactor Authentication; VPN/Terminal Server, QuickBooks Online, LastPass, Zoom, Canopy, OneDrive, Google Suite, Chrome, Adobe DC, VoIP phones, SafeSend, BambooHR, TSheets, Documo, Divvy, Bill.com, Fathom, Gusto.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time while working on a computer.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee usually works in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.

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