Staff Accountant Internships
Staff accountant internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on experience with real financial close cycles and audit support, mentorship from working accountants and controllers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with NOVOGRADAC & COMPANY, Betterlife, and ClickLease among the employers posting roles now.
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Established in 2018, Clicklease is dedicated to empowering small business owners frequently overlooked by traditional lenders. Our headquarters are located in the vibrant city of Draper, UT, with operations extending to Radial, Alajuela, Costa Rica. We've cultivated a dynamic environment where equipment financing goes beyond being a mere service; it acts as the gateway to realizing entrepreneurial dreams.
Our Core Values:
1. We Are A Happy Company:
At Clicklease, happiness is not just a byproduct; it's a fundamental value. Join a workplace where positivity and joy are cultivated, creating an environment where you can bring your best self to work every day.
2. We Celebrate Collective Intelligence:
We thrive on the brilliance of collaboration. Clicklease is a space where diverse minds come together, combining their intelligence to create solutions that matter. Your ideas are not just heard; they're celebrated.
3. We Practice Empathy:
Empathy isn't just a word in our dictionary; it's a daily practice. Join a team that values understanding and compassion. At Clicklease, we recognize the human side of business and foster a culture where empathy is a guiding principle.
4. We Listen & Learn:
Growth is a continuous journey at Clicklease. We believe in listening and learning from one another. Your insights and experiences contribute to our collective knowledge, making us stronger as a team.
Our Mission:
At Clicklease, we have a clear purpose - to fulfill the capital needs of underserved entrepreneurs and their Main Street Businesses. We achieve this mission through simple, fast, and innovative equipment leasing solutions. This is not just a statement; it's the driving force behind everything we do.
Accounting Intern
Launch your accounting career with hands-on fintech experience while supporting a fast-growing company focused on helping small businesses succeed.
Role Details
Modality: On-Site — Draper, Utah
Schedule: Flexible core-hours schedule with consistent weekly working hours
Compensation: $18.00/hour
About Clicklease
Clicklease is transforming how small businesses access the equipment they need to grow. Our technology platform uses data and automation to make equipment financing faster, simpler, and more accessible for business owners across the United States.
About the Role
The Accounting Intern helps Clicklease maintain accurate financial operations and reporting by supporting day-to-day accounting activities, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
This role is ideal for someone pursuing a career in accounting or finance who wants practical experience in a fast-paced fintech environment while learning from experienced professionals.
The Team
You’ll join a collaborative Finance and Accounting team focused on operational accuracy, process improvement, and supporting business growth. The team works closely across departments to ensure financial integrity and efficient business operations.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
- Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts
- Support preparation of financial reports and documentation
- Conduct financial data analysis and assist with financial modeling activities
- Support month-end and year-end close processes
- Assist with ad hoc accounting and finance projects as assigned
What You Have
- Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Experience using Microsoft Excel for data organization or reporting
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
- Experience working with accounting software, financial systems, or related coursework
- Ability to analyze financial information with attention to detail
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders
What Will Make You Stand Out
- Previous internship or work experience in accounting or finance
- Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
- Experience with financial analysis or financial modeling
- Experience working in fast-paced or deadline-driven environments
What Success Looks Like in the First 6 Months
- Successfully supports recurring accounting and reconciliation tasks with accuracy and reliability
- Demonstrates proficiency with accounting systems, Excel workflows, and financial reporting processes
- Contributes effectively during month-end close activities and finance team projects
- Builds strong collaborative relationships across the Finance and Accounting team
Why Join Clicklease
Clicklease is transforming how small businesses access the equipment they need to grow. Our technology platform uses data and automation to make equipment financing faster, simpler, and more accessible for business owners across the United States.
At Clicklease, you’ll work on meaningful problems that directly impact small businesses while collaborating with a team that values ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
We look for people who take initiative, work collaboratively, and care deeply about delivering great outcomes for customers and partners.
In return, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, contribute to a rapidly scaling fintech platform, and work alongside talented colleagues who are passionate about building great products and services.
What We Offer
Clicklease offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- 401(k) with company match
- Employer-paid short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and life insurance
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Paid maternity leave
- Professional development and learning opportunities
Benefits eligibility and details may vary based on role and employment status.
**Clicklease only accepts resumes submitted in English**
Established in 2018, Clicklease is dedicated to empowering small business owners frequently overlooked by traditional lenders. Our headquarters are located in the vibrant city of Draper, UT, with operations extending to Radial, Alajuela, Costa Rica. We've cultivated a dynamic environment where equipment financing goes beyond being a mere service; it acts as the gateway to realizing entrepreneurial dreams.
Our Core Values:
1. We Are A Happy Company:
At Clicklease, happiness is not just a byproduct; it's a fundamental value. Join a workplace where positivity and joy are cultivated, creating an environment where you can bring your best self to work every day.
2. We Celebrate Collective Intelligence:
We thrive on the brilliance of collaboration. Clicklease is a space where diverse minds come together, combining their intelligence to create solutions that matter. Your ideas are not just heard; they're celebrated.
3. We Practice Empathy:
Empathy isn't just a word in our dictionary; it's a daily practice. Join a team that values understanding and compassion. At Clicklease, we recognize the human side of business and foster a culture where empathy is a guiding principle.
4. We Listen & Learn:
Growth is a continuous journey at Clicklease. We believe in listening and learning from one another. Your insights and experiences contribute to our collective knowledge, making us stronger as a team.
Our Mission:
At Clicklease, we have a clear purpose - to fulfill the capital needs of underserved entrepreneurs and their Main Street Businesses. We achieve this mission through simple, fast, and innovative equipment leasing solutions. This is not just a statement; it's the driving force behind everything we do.
Accounting Intern
Launch your accounting career with hands-on fintech experience while supporting a fast-growing company focused on helping small businesses succeed.
Role Details
Modality: On-Site — Draper, Utah
Schedule: Flexible core-hours schedule with consistent weekly working hours
Compensation: $18.00/hour
About Clicklease
Clicklease is transforming how small businesses access the equipment they need to grow. Our technology platform uses data and automation to make equipment financing faster, simpler, and more accessible for business owners across the United States.
About the Role
The Accounting Intern helps Clicklease maintain accurate financial operations and reporting by supporting day-to-day accounting activities, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
This role is ideal for someone pursuing a career in accounting or finance who wants practical experience in a fast-paced fintech environment while learning from experienced professionals.
The Team
You’ll join a collaborative Finance and Accounting team focused on operational accuracy, process improvement, and supporting business growth. The team works closely across departments to ensure financial integrity and efficient business operations.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
- Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts
- Support preparation of financial reports and documentation
- Conduct financial data analysis and assist with financial modeling activities
- Support month-end and year-end close processes
- Assist with ad hoc accounting and finance projects as assigned
What You Have
- Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Experience using Microsoft Excel for data organization or reporting
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
- Experience working with accounting software, financial systems, or related coursework
- Ability to analyze financial information with attention to detail
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders
What Will Make You Stand Out
- Previous internship or work experience in accounting or finance
- Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
- Experience with financial analysis or financial modeling
- Experience working in fast-paced or deadline-driven environments
What Success Looks Like in the First 6 Months
- Successfully supports recurring accounting and reconciliation tasks with accuracy and reliability
- Demonstrates proficiency with accounting systems, Excel workflows, and financial reporting processes
- Contributes effectively during month-end close activities and finance team projects
- Builds strong collaborative relationships across the Finance and Accounting team
Why Join Clicklease
Clicklease is transforming how small businesses access the equipment they need to grow. Our technology platform uses data and automation to make equipment financing faster, simpler, and more accessible for business owners across the United States.
At Clicklease, you’ll work on meaningful problems that directly impact small businesses while collaborating with a team that values ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
We look for people who take initiative, work collaboratively, and care deeply about delivering great outcomes for customers and partners.
In return, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, contribute to a rapidly scaling fintech platform, and work alongside talented colleagues who are passionate about building great products and services.
What We Offer
Clicklease offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- 401(k) with company match
- Employer-paid short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and life insurance
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Paid maternity leave
- Professional development and learning opportunities
Benefits eligibility and details may vary based on role and employment status.
**Clicklease only accepts resumes submitted in English**
Staff Accountant Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- NOVOGRADAC & COMPANY17
- Betterlife1
- ClickLease1
- AGRILAND FS1
- Martin's Famous Pastry Shoppe1
Tips for Your Staff Accountant Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large public accounting firms and corporate finance teams recruit summer interns the preceding fall, closing applications before spring classes begin. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear across the full calendar year. Check listings at the start of each semester rather than waiting until spring recruiting season.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams at the intern level expect limited work history, so give recruiters something concrete to assess. Document two or three accounting projects showing real outputs: a multi-tab Excel model, a reconciliation from a coursework case, or a tax analysis you completed independently. Name the tools you used and make the work accessible where the listing allows attachments.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied directly to your university, and professors and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, since many accounting teams hire one or two interns outside formal campus pipelines.
Practice the technical screen out loud
Staff accountant intern interviews typically include a technical component covering debits and credits, the accounting equation, and basic financial statement analysis. Practice answering these questions out loud, walking through your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as heavily as whether your final answer is correct.
Target structured rotational programs at larger firms
Many large public accounting firms and financial services companies run formal intern cohorts designed to train people new to the field, rotating participants across audit, tax, and advisory functions. These programs recruit early in the fall and fill quickly, so identify the ones aligned with your interests and submit in the first application wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 6% of the staff accountant internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start reviewing listings, then filter by location and work type immediately. Sorting through roles you cannot relocate for or cannot work remotely wastes time you could spend on applications that actually fit.
Staff Accountant Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a staff accountant internship?
Lead with coursework and completed projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited professional experience at the intern level. The concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a documented project showing journal entries, reconciliations, or financial models with the tools you used. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a staff accountant internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is consistent performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and clear communication about your interest before the return-offer decision window closes. Position for it by treating every task as a sample of your full-time work, without counting on the offer materializing.
When should I apply for staff accountant internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers in public accounting and finance recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with application windows that close before the spring semester begins. Smaller companies, regional firms, and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you catch both recruiting cycles without missing either.
Are staff accountant internships paid?
Most professional staff accountant internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid arrangements are uncommon at accounting firms and corporate finance teams, though they appear occasionally at nonprofits or very small organizations, so read each listing carefully.
What should a staff accountant internship resume include?
Lead with projects rather than work history: two or three complete, documented accounting projects showing the tools you used, such as Excel models, QuickBooks reconciliations, or cost-analysis case studies from coursework. Add relevant coursework in financial accounting, managerial accounting, and tax. Keep the entire document to one page, since hiring teams at the intern level value clarity over length.
Are there remote staff accountant internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 94% of the staff accountant internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early once you decide what you can commit to. Filter by work type at the start of your search so you're only reviewing roles that actually fit your situation.
Can international students get staff accountant internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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