Accounting Intern

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

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Accounting Intern

Job Locations

US-KY-LOUISVILLE

ID View phone number on click.appcast.io Line of Business BrightSpring Health Services Position Type Full-Time

Our Company

BrightSpring Health Services

Overview

BrightSpring Health Service is seeking an Accounting Intern to join our team on a year-round basis. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented and motivated accounting student eager to gain practical experience in a dynamic corporate accounting environment. The intern will support the Corporate Accounting team in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, completing account reconciliations, and participating in the monthly close process.

The intern will also assist with managing billing and cost reports for the Department of Labor, analyzing financial data, supporting external audits, and ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and internal policies. This hands-on role offers exposure to Oracle Fusion and capital expenditure processes, providing a well-rounded foundation in corporate finance.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries and support monthly accounting activities to ensure timely ledger close

Reconcile accounts and perform trend and completeness analysis

Assist with corporate balance sheet accounts and conduct analytical reviews of monthly activity

Help maintain and organize digital and physical financial records

Research and respond to inquiries involving general ledger accounts

Support the month-end and year-end close processes

Prepare schedules and documentation for the annual external audit

Monitor compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies

Assist in preparing financial reports and spreadsheets for internal use

Perform daily and monthly accounting functions, including fixed asset subledger transactions in Oracle Fusion

Prepare and review Capital Expenditure Requests (CERs) for compliance with company procedures

Process capital purchase orders and manage invoicing and payments related to capital expenditures in Oracle Fusion

Reconcile discrepancies with vendors and accounts payable

Act as a resource for operational teams in resolving outstanding CERs and purchase order issues

Support special projects and perform additional administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited university

Majoring in Accounting or a related field

Minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)

Completion of introductory accounting courses required

No prior work experience necessary, though basic knowledge of accounting principles is expected

Familiarity with accounting software such as Oracle Fusion, QuickBooks, or Xero is a plus

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

Solid analytical and mathematical skills

Ability to interpret and work with technical financial documentation

Capable of maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information

Self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively

Comfortable adapting to new tools and technologies in a fast-paced environment

Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

About our Line of Business

BrightSpring Health Services provides complementary home- and community-based health solutions for complex populations in need of specialized and/or chronic care. Through the Company's service lines, including pharmacy, home health care, and rehabilitation, we provide comprehensive and more integrated care and clinical solutions in all 50 states to over 475,000 customers, clients and patients daily. BrightSpring has consistently demonstrated strong and industry-leading quality metrics across its services lines, while improving the health and quality of life for high-need individuals and reducing overall healthcare system costs.For more information, please visit Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X.

Additional Job Information

What You'll Gain:

Practical, hands-on experience in corporate accounting and financial operations

Exposure to general ledger management, capital expenditure processes, and audit preparation

Mentorship from experienced finance and accounting professionals

Opportunity to work with Oracle Fusion and other enterprise systems

Skill development in analysis, reporting, and compliance

Flexible scheduling to accommodate your academic calendar

A supportive environment with real-world project involvement

Potential consideration for future full-time employment based on performance

Res-Care, Inc., dba BrightSpring Health Services (“ResCare”), is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ResCare does not discriminate against any person on the basis of gender, r ace, color, national origin, r eligion, disability, age, veteran status, gender identity or s exual orientation in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment, or on the basis of gender in its health programs and activities.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

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