Accounting Intern

1 Month ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

This internship offers practical experience in core accounting functions. Key responsibilities include maintaining and updating daily books of accounts, assisting in preparing financial statements, using accounting software like Tally or Zoho Books, providing basic support in tax computations, ensuring accurate data entry, and assisting with documentation for audits. The internship is a great opportunity for aspiring accountants to build practical skills and gain hands-on experience in a professional setting, especially for those with prior exposure in CA firms.

Must have:

Maintain and update books of accounts.
Assist in the preparation of financial statements.
Use accounting software such as Tally or Zoho Books.
Prior experience in an accounting role in a Chartered Accountant (CA) firm is mandatory.
Working knowledge of accounting software such as Tally or Zoho Books is mandatory.

Good to have:

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Ability to analyze financial data and reports.
High level of accuracy and thoroughness.
Basic verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.

Perks:

Certificate of Internship
Letter of Recommendation
Real-time experience in accounting processes
Exposure to accounting software and taxation basics.

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Job Details

We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Accounting Intern to join our team. This internship offers practical experience in core accounting functions, providing valuable exposure to real-world financial processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Account Maintenance: Maintain and update daily books of accounts in a timely and accurate manner.
Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of financial statements including the balance sheet and profit & loss statements.
Accounting Software: Use Tally or Zoho Books to manage entries and reconcile accounts.
Taxation Support: Provide basic support in tax computations and filings under the guidance of senior staff.
Data Entry & Reconciliation: Ensure accurate entry of financial data and reconcile discrepancies in ledgers.
Compliance Support: Assist with documentation for audits, statutory filings, and compliance checks.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

Experience: Previous experience in an accounting role in a Chartered Accountant (CA) firm is mandatory.
Technical Proficiency: Working knowledge of accounting software such as Tally or Zoho Books is mandatory.
Education: Pursuing or completed a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data and reports.
Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and thoroughness in handling financial records.
Communication Skills: Basic verbal and written communication skills.
Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.

Internship Details

Location: Gurgaon (Work from Office)
Duration: 2 months
Compensation: Stipend will be provided based on experience and interview performance

Benefits: Certificate of Internship, Letter of Recommendation, Real-time experience in accounting processes, Exposure to accounting software and taxation basics.

This internship is a great opportunity for aspiring accountants to build practical skills and gain hands-on experience in a professional setting, especially for those with prior exposure in CA firms.