Accounting Intern

Accounting Intern

Jewish Community Services (JCS) provides programs and services for people of all ages and backgrounds, helping them achieve their goals, enhance their well-being, and maximize their independence.

Are you pursuing a career in accounting or finance and looking for hands-on experience in a nonprofit setting? Do you want real exposure to journal entries, reconciliations, and grant-funded financial reporting? Jewish Community Services (JCS) is seeking a part-time Accounting Intern to join our team.

As a JCS Accounting Intern, you will work directly with our Finance Team to support accounts payable, prepare monthly journal entries, assist with balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations, and contribute to grant reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical accounting experience in fund accounting and nonprofit financial operations at an organization recognized as a Top Workplace for three consecutive years.

This internship is 20 hours per week and is ideal for accounting or finance students seeking meaningful, resume-building experience.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles (debits/credits, accruals, journal entries)
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, basic formulas, reconciliations, data analysis)
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify discrepancies
• Understanding of general ledger structure and account classifications
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to manage confidential financial information with discretion
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication

Education:

• Current junior, senior, or graduate student pursuing a degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• Strong academic performance in intermediate accounting coursework encouraged

Experience:

• Coursework in Financial Accounting and/or Intermediate Accounting required
• Exposure to Accounts Payable, General Ledger reconciliation, or month-end close processes preferred
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, MIP, or similar ERP systems) is a plus
• Experience supporting grant budgets or fund accounting is a plus

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Support Accounts Payable processing and review supporting documentation
• Assist with preparation of monthly journal entries and accruals
• Perform AR, General Ledger, and Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Provide financial processing support for Homecare Accounts Payable
• Assist with tracking grant expenditures and preparing financial components of grant reports

Hourly Rate: $18.00/hr.

Schedule: Hybrid; 20 hours/week; In office on Tuesdays & Thursdays.

JCS has been recognized by the Baltimore Sun Media Group as a Top Workplace for four years in a row. We are proud to be an organization that lives by our values – Respect · Inclusivity · Integrity · Community – both in our service to clients and in our workplace culture.

Our Mission: Jewish Community Services (JCS) provides programs and services for people of all ages and backgrounds, helping them achieve their goals, enhance their well-being, and maximize their independence.

PERKS of Working at JCS: Flexible Schedule + Real Month-End Close Exposure + Hands-On Reconciliation Experience + Professional Mentorship from Finance Leadership + Free JCC Fitness & Pool Membership + Resume-Boosting Nonprofit Accounting Experience

JCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All opportunities at JCS are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of criminal background clearances, drug test, and degree and/or license verification. If the position requires driving, a valid driver's license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.