Accounting Undergraduate Intern

Museum of Fine Arts•Boston, MA

5d•$0 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

As an Accounting Intern at a large art museum, the student supports the Finance Department’s accurate and timely financial record-keeping while learning how financial management helps sustain the museum’s collections and mission. Under the general direction of the Controller and direct supervision of the Assistant Controllers and other Accounting Personnel, the intern assists with daily accounting tasks such as journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reports, transaction review, schedules, and month-end and year-end closing activities. The role also provides exposure to accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and the management of restricted and unrestricted funds, including contributions and grants designated for exhibitions, conservation, education, or capital improvements. The internship is onsite for 15 hours per week, scheduled within Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., from January 22 through May 7, 2027. The intern must attend orientation on January 22, 2027, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and the undergraduate Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course on specified Fridays from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. The intern will also prepare and deliver a 3–5-minute final presentation on May 7, 2027. Compensation is $16.80 per hour, plus a $90 monthly transportation subsidy subject to tax withholdings.

Requirements

Be enrolled in an undergraduate program during the internship, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.
Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team and independently.
Understand GAAP.
Communicate clearly and effectively, complete work accurately, and meet deadlines.
Be proficient in Excel.
Be detail-oriented and focused on accuracy.
Be able to work onsite 15 hours per week within Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., from January 22 through May 7, 2027, and attend the specified professional development course sessions.
Attend orientation on Friday, January 22, 2027, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

Learn the chart of accounts structure and its basis for financial and management reporting.
Assist with preparing and posting journal entries in accordance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.
Analyze balance sheet and profit-and-loss general ledger accounts.
Prepare monthly reconciliations for assigned general ledger accounts, including cash, other balance sheet, and profit-and-loss accounts.
Maintain organized financial records and documentation for audits.
Complete other projects and duties, including ad-hoc reporting.
Prepare and deliver a 3–5-minute final synoptic presentation about the internship on May 7, 2027, as part of the professional development course.