About Accounting

Accounting roles may vary dramatically based on the location, and type of accounting role. Many placements will allow interns to obtain firsthand experience in the accounting field in a new country, getting to experience the different standards and measurements of the field. While the two general tracks are financial and managerial accounting, tasks may include creating invoices and processing payments, reconciling bank statements, preparing sales tax returns, bookkeeping, audits, analysis, and research. Check out the list below for a representative sampling of some of our many current opportunities.

Location Placements



Barcelona

Accounting and Tax Planning

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A Barcelona based accounting firm is looking for a general accounting intern. The intern will gain insight into European accounting and finance standards. He or she will have the opportunity to work on projects and assist clientele. Upper classmen and recent graduates with a background in accounting and/or finance are encouraged to apply.

Ideal Candidate: Rising Junior, 3.0 GPA. The placement is English speaking with an Intermediate level of Spanish preferred.

  • 6/2/2013
  • 10.0 weeks
  • 9/8/2013
  • 12.0 weeks
  • 1/12/2014
  • 12.0 weeks

London

Loss Prevention company working with corporate clients and fraud

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Length

This company specializes in loss prevention and risk management. In particular, they work with corporate clients to prevent credit card, insurance, and banking fraud. Their software platform supports the full risk management lifecycle from modeling and execution, to investigation and oversight using three key capabilities: modeling tools, an execution engine, and monitoring & investigation dashboards. They seek interns with a wide array of computer, forensic accounting, and analytical skills. REQUIREMENTS: Junior Class standing and 3.4 GPA in a statistical, actuarial, or business forecasting related major.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software as well as forensic accounting, spreadsheet analysis and law enforcement.

  • 6/8/2013
  • 8.0 weeks
  • 6/15/2013
  • 8.0 weeks
  • 9/7/2013
  • 12.0 weeks
  • 1/11/2014
  • 12.0 weeks

Charity Providing Community Accountancy Services

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This accounting placement is with a nonprofit that provides underprivileged and undeserved communities with support services. From bookkeeping to preparing draft accounts and audits, this intern role is great for those looking to expand their accounting and bookkeeping skills with UK accounting systems in a nonprofit setting.

Ideal Candidate: The role requires an educational background and/or experience in accounting as well as strong administrative skills and discretion. An interest in nonprofit work is also beneficial.

  • 6/8/2013
  • 8.0 weeks
  • 6/15/2013
  • 8.0 weeks
  • 9/7/2013
  • 12.0 weeks
  • 1/11/2014
  • 12.0 weeks

Accounting and Tax Consulting Firm

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Length

This evolving business offers advisory, tax, accounting, book-keeping, company formation, and payroll services to clients throughout the UK and other European countries. Their services cover all sort of accounts including limited company, partnership, tax return, self assessment (self-employed, rental, capital gain etc), tax investigation, VAT, tax rebate, etc. The accounting assistant intern will assist with preparation of accounts and tax returns for sole traders and limited companies, corporation tax return, self-assessment income tax return , child tax credits, working tax credits, payroll and employer annual return (P35 both online and manually), VAT registration and returns, PAYE registrations, 363 annual returns, compliances and filing accounts to HMRC and Companies House, and SMP, SSP, and other social security benefits.

Ideal Candidate: Candidates must have a good knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook and experience with at least one of the major accounting software packages is desirable but not essential. Knowledge of foreign languages, especially Spanish, French, German and/or Italian, is also a plus. Additionally, it is bonus if you had management experience in a busy office environment.

    Milan

    Financial Consulting for a Multinational

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    Length

    This company is a leading global professional service company that helps organizations improve performance through effective people, risk and financial management. With 14,000 associates around the world, they offer solutions in the areas of employee benefits, talent management, rewards, and risk and capital management.

    Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will be pursuing a masters in finance or business, with experience and interest in the field.

    • 5/26/2013
    • 9.0 weeks
    • 9/1/2013
    • 12.0 weeks
    • 1/12/2014
    • 12.0 weeks

    New York City

    Accounting for a Fashion Photography Studio

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    Length

    This internship is located an upscale photography studio and commercial sound-stage. A “thick skin” is required as you will be working with high profile photographers, models, ad agency execs and casting directors. This position provides accounting and business administration support to the company owner and sales manager. REQUIREMENTS: Highly organized and detail oriented. College class work and/or work experience in accounting & book keeping. Experience with QuickBooks and other CRM software required. Fashionable outlook preferred for this highly competitive placement.

    Ideal Candidate: Accounting and business management students with an interest in bookkeeping and managerial accounting.

    • 6/9/2013
    • 8.0 weeks
    • 9/7/2013
    • 14.0 weeks

    Accounting Internship at World Class Technology Company

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    Length

    The selected accounting Intern will provide general accounting support to this fast-paced department. Responsibilities include assisting with: Accounts payable; Accounts receivable; Credit card processing and reconciliations; Data entry into Netsuite accounting software; Report generation; Expense and disbursement processing; Document filing.

    Ideal Candidate: The ideal person should have a positive attitude, strong social skills, a customer oriented attitude and thrive in a fast-paced, hard-working environment. Ideal qualifications: Currently enrolled in a 4 year college or recent graduate; 1-2 years of experience in bookkeeping or related accounting coursework; Knowledge of basic accounting principles; Strong sense of professionalism and confidentiality; Excellent problem solving and organizational skills; Great interpersonal skills necessary.

    • 6/9/2013
    • 8.0 weeks
    • 9/7/2013
    • 14.0 weeks

    Sydney

    Accounting for Event Management Firm

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    Length

    This premier publicity and event management company works with celebrity clients, A list politicians and global personalities while they are in Australia.

    Ideal Candidate: Accounting and/or Finance Majors interested in gaining experience in accounting and book-keeping for a fast moving business.

    • 6/8/2013
    • 8.0 weeks
    • 9/7/2013
    • 12.0 weeks
    • 1/18/2014
    • 12.0 weeks

    Accounting in a large communications firm

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    Length

    This firm is a leading Australian communications and technical service company. Technicians are deployed throughout Australia to install, repair, maintain and support equipment and services thousands of times each day to its customers which are some of Australia's largest corporations.

    Ideal Candidate: Major in accounting with classes is finance desirable. Upper level with strong business skills.

    • 6/8/2013
    • 8.0 weeks
    • 9/7/2013
    • 12.0 weeks
    • 1/18/2014
    • 12.0 weeks

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