Fall 2026 Accounting Intern

The Dutch Group

Columbus, MS

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Payable, Administrative Skills, Billing, Business Operations, Communication Skills, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Reporting, Fixed Assets, Healthcare, Journal Entries, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Pharmacy, Problem Solving Skills, Real Estate, Reconciliation, Retail, Time Management, Trucking, Wholesale Industry
LOCATION
Columbus, MS
POSTED
Today
Description

Accounting Intern

Position Summary

Offered in the spring, summer, and fall terms, this internship role is designed for students pursuing degrees in accounting or related fields. Reporting to the Senior Accountant,this part-time position provides a flexible schedule to accommodate academic commitments while offering practical, hands-on experience in core accounting functions. Depending on your institution's requirements, this role may be eligible for college credit.
  • Spring Internship: Approximately 14 weeks, from mid-January to the end of April.
  • Fall Internship: Approximately 14 weeks, from September to mid-December.
  • Summer Internship: Approximately 10 weeks, from June to mid-August.
The Accounting Intern will support the accounting team by performing essential operational tasks such as data entry, journal preparation, invoice processing, and reporting. This role is intended to provide a foundational experience in a professional finance environment, contributing to the accuracy and efficiency of our accounting operations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Key Objectives
  • Maintain accuracy and timeliness in data entries into internal systems.
  • Support the preparation and distribution of recurring financial reports.
  • Provide exposure to a variety of accounting functions and duties
Primary Responsibilities
  • Enter and file invoice data for accounts payable processes.
  • Prepare fixed asset documentation and associated invoices for recording.
  • Assist with preparation of journal entries under the guidance of the accounting team.
  • Support account reconciliation and audit-related documentation.
  • Verify and organize daily retail paperwork against system records.
  • Distribute invoices to consumer and commercial accounts on scheduled timelines.
  • Compile and share reporting related to commercial account activities.
  • Provide administrative and operational support to the accounting team as assigned.
Additional Information

This internship provides structured, real-world experience aligned with academic learning. The intern will provide support across a variety of operating companies within diverse industries, including healthcare, pharmacy, wholesale fuel, trucking, and real estate. This role offers the opportunity to gain exposure to a broad spectrum of business operations and challenges, contributing to projects that span multiple sectors.

Skills
  • Familiarity with accounting & ERP systems; PDI experience a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn.
  • Effective time management and organizational skills.
  • Good problem-solving and communication skills for working with vendors and internal teams.
  • Ability to adapt to new processes and take on additional responsibilities over time.
Experience & Education
  • Actively pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.
Physical Requirements
  • Frequent hand to finger, handle, feel objects, walking, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking and hearing
  • Physically submit to periodic drug, background and clearance screenings (employment is contingent upon favorable results)

About the Company

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The Dutch Group