Finance Intern

🇺🇸Remote - Culver City, CA$18–$22/hriJust now

K-12 Finance Accounting Accounts Payable Financial Reporting Data Entry

Role Snapshot

Unpaid accounting internship at Dreamscape Learn offering hands-on experience in financial operations and month-end/year-end close processes. Designed for students pursuing accounting or finance degrees to apply classroom knowledge in a professional environment.

Key Responsibilities: Assist with accounts payable/receivable processing, invoice management, and payment reconciliation. Support month-end and year-end closes through journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, data entry, and bank statement reconciliations.

Skills & Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic accounting principles (debits, credits, financial statements) required; NetSuite or similar accounting software experience preferred. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, discretion with confidential information, and excellent communication.

Qualifications: Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with sophomore standing or above preferred; minimum 3.0 GPA preferred. Familiarity with basic accounting principles and proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.

Location: Remote - Culver City, CA

Compensation: $18–$22/hr (estimated)

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Job Description

We're looking for a motivated accounting intern to join our finance team and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment. This is a great opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world accounting practices while working alongside experienced professionals.

Responsibilities

Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing and payment reconciliation
Support the month-end and year-end close processes by preparing journal entries and account reconciliations
Maintain and organize financial records and documentation
Assist in preparing financial reports, spreadsheets, and presentations
Conduct data entry and ensure accuracy of financial data in accounting software
Help with bank statement reconciliations
Support the team with ad hoc projects and analysis as needed

Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (sophomore standing or above preferred)

Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred
Familiarity with basic accounting principles (debits, credits, financial statements)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with NetSuite or similar software a plus
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude

Practical experience in a professional accounting environment
Mentorship from senior accounting staff
Exposure to corporate finance
Potential for future part-time employment upon completion of internship
Course credit fulfillment

Disclaimer: This internship is an unpaid educational opportunity intended to provide training and experience related to Human Resource Management. It is offered for academic credit only in connection with an accredited educational program. Participation is designed for the benefit of the student and does not create an employment relationship. Interns will not displace regular employees and will work under close supervision to support their learning experience. Completion of this internship does not entitle the intern to a job at Dreamscape Learn (or continued employment) at the conclusion of the program.