About the role#
Mauldin & Jenkins is hiring an Accounting Intern to join our team in Atlanta. This is a full-time, paid internship with a rolling start date. You will work on-site, gaining experience with audits, management services, and tax return preparation.
What you'll do#
- Assist with studying and evaluating internal accounting controls.
- Test compliance with internal controls when evaluations show they can be relied upon.
- Prepare financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Examine client bank account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
- Examine client reconciliations of subsidiary accounts to controls.
- Schedule accrual computations and document supporting information.
- Prepare schedules of write-offs of prepaid expenses and deferred charges.
- Review data input, resolve technical tax issues, and assist with tax preparation reviews.
- Research tax issues and provide information to senior staff.
- Meet deadlines for tax returns and other assigned projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in college, pursuing a degree with a major or concentration in accounting.
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and auditing standards.
- Working knowledge of federal and state income tax laws and regulations.
- Awareness of current developments in the accounting profession.
- Ability to speak and write effectively.
- Professional appearance in attitude, dress, poise, and conduct.
- Accuracy when handling numeric and alphabetic information.
- Proficiency in using available resources, including firm manuals and software.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Mauldin & Jenkins
Mauldin & Jenkins is an accounting firm founded in 1918. Based in Atlanta, the firm provides tax, assurance, and advisory services to clients across the Southeast. It employs over 550 professionals who work with organizations in industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and government. The firm operates as a partnership and focuses on managing business issues and accounting functions.
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