Paid Accounting Intern

POCKET NURSE • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

As a leading manufacturer and distributor of medical supplies and equipment for healthcare simulation and education, Pocket Nurse provides solutions and services that create hands-on learning experiences for the next generation of healthcare professionals. Our small business philosophy is, “Use your best judgement every day.” Not only do we give team members the guidance and tools to succeed, we give them autonomy to do their best for the company to succeed. The Accounting Intern will assist with various accounting duties and numerical data to maintain accounting records. This Summer 2026 internship will provide you with the opportunity to learn basic accounting procedures and principles ranging from accounts payable and receivable systems to customer interactions while working hands-on alongside the Accounting team. The focus of this job is on producing consistent, accurate and high-quality work based on established standards, guidelines and procedures. Job knowledge is built through structured training and coaching from management and peers. The job environment is fast-paced but promotes steady, methodical work output so the job can be completed timely and error-free.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in an Accounting-related field with a minimum 3.50 cumulative GPA.
• Available for 40 hours/week schedule, Monday through Friday, during summer internships.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Excel
• Presents numerical data effectively and can work with mathematical concepts and basic accounting functions.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Understands business implications of decisions.
• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prefers a student with an expected graduation date between Spring 2027 and Spring 2028.
• Knowledge of Accounting software a plus.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; and develops alternative solutions

Responsibilities

• Assists with Accounts Receivable duties including processing daily cash applications in the ERP system such as checks, ACH, and credit card transactions.
• Assists with Accounts Payable duties including auditing vendor bills against purchase orders and researching discrepancies.
• Compiles and sorts documents, such as invoices and checks, to substantiate business transactions.
• Maintains customer portals for business documents by inputting and retrieving sales orders, invoices, purchase orders, and quotes for price comparison.
• Advises the Senior Accounting Assistant on pricing discrepancies and requests for credit memos.
• Obtains and mails invoices for customers daily.
• Researches and processes customer claims of invoice payment.
• Places outbound calls to customers to inquire on payment status of past due invoices.
• Assists in fielding inbound customer calls relating to Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Works with the Accounting team on document retention.
• Assists with related special projects as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of all records, products, demographic information or any information that is specific to the planning, development and operation of Pocket Nurse.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Paid holidays and flexible work schedules with opportunities to work remotely.
• On-site fitness center, free parking and dog-friendly offices.
• Company-wide lunches and work day events.
• Opportunities for career enhancements through training and educational programs.
• The opportunity to make a difference in the ever-growing healthcare field.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees