Accounting Intern- Field Support Team (Charlotte,NC, Summer '27, Hybrid)

Compass Group • Charlotte, NC

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Intern will support Compass Group’s Field Accounting Services team by providing financial support to field operations and delivering internal customer service across the organization. The role offers experience working with a team with varied strengths and collaborating with corporate functions including Accounts Payable, Treasury, Capital Assets, and Payroll.

This is a paid internship in Charlotte, North Carolina, running from May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027. The schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position is hybrid. It is not eligible for paid time off or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, relocation, or housing. Employment-based visa and permanent residency sponsorship are not available.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a similar undergraduate program as a rising junior or senior.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Access.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organization, with the ability to multitask.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with all levels of management.
• Proficiency in managing time and meeting target dates, and ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Ability to learn quickly and work in a self-directed, proactive manner.
• Ability to be flexible and adjust to changing factors and conditions.
• Demonstrated awareness, understanding, and skills vital to working in a diverse environment.

Nice To Haves

• Curiosity about the hospitality and service industry.
• Can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between field operations and corporate functions such as Accounts Payable, Treasury, Capital Assets, and Payroll.
• Assist in ensuring monthly profit and loss statements accurately reflect the results of the period.
• Ensure accounting conforms to Group Accounting Policies and Procedures and maintains internal controls.
• Validate field requests and prepare journal entries as needed.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern