Accounting Intern - Atlanta, GA (Spring 2027)

Myers and Stauffer • Atlanta, GA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Intern will perform assigned project and work-in-progress tasks, apply knowledge gained to future projects, and develop a general understanding of Myers and Stauffer’s services and work environment. The intern will respond to inquiries and requests, work toward goals set by direct supervisors, and demonstrate punctuality, professionalism, and a positive attitude toward colleagues, clients, and the firm. The role also involves building computer proficiency with administrative programs, spreadsheets, word processing, and internet research, along with other duties as assigned. The internship could potentially lead to a full-time direct-hire position after graduation.

This position is onsite in the firm’s Atlanta, Georgia office and requires 40 hours per week, with a flexible schedule within a traditional Monday-through-Friday business week. The intern must be working toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or a related field.

Myers and Stauffer LC is a certified public accounting and health and human services consulting firm serving government-sponsored health care programs, primarily state Medicaid agencies and the federal Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The firm has over 45 years of experience, 21 offices, and more than 900 associates. It describes its culture as welcoming and collaborative and offers professional growth and development opportunities, a diverse and challenging work environment, and flexibility discussions to support employee well-being.

Requirements

• Be working toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• Work 40 hours per week onsite in the Atlanta office, with a schedule flexible within a traditional Monday-through-Friday business week.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25.
• Active participation in student organizations and work experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Well organized, with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask effectively, plan efficiently, manage multiple deadlines, and prioritize assignments.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency with applicable software programs, including the Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of assigned projects or work in progress and apply knowledge gained to future projects.
• Develop a general understanding of Myers and Stauffer services and the work environment.
• Respond to inquiries and requests.
• Strive to attain goals established by direct supervisors.
• Build computer proficiency in administrative programs, spreadsheets, word processing, and internet research.
• Maintain punctuality and a professional appearance and manner, and demonstrate a positive attitude toward colleagues, clients, and the firm.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance and other competitive benefits for eligible associates.
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave and available support resources.
• 401(k) with company matching for eligible employees.
• Tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, paid volunteer community service time, a mentor program, and other employee programs and perks.
• Technical and leadership development training at each career milestone.
• Up to six counseling sessions per year through the Employee Assistance Program for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern