Summer 2026 Financial & Accounting Outsourcing Intern Chicago

Cherry Bekaert • Chicago, IL

2d • $30 - $35

About The Position

Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisticated advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. At Cherry Bekaert we create shared success through teamwork, energy, and expertise. We approach today’s toughest business challenges with a client-first mindset, working together to create exceptional value. We are all committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, our community, and our professions. To meet this commitment, Cherry Bekaert will provide you with the space to pursue growth and development opportunities that will guide and support you at each stage of your personal and professional journey. If you are ready to find your space and create your future, you belong with us. Cherry Bekaert’s Financial & Accounting Outsourcing team is growing! As a Financial & Accounting Outsourcing Intern you will: Contribute as a member of the team by proactively looking for opportunities to assist team members and by supporting the overall goals of the team Conduct research and perform qualitative analysis on findings to present to the team and/or client Conduct quantitative analysis using a variety of tools including MS Excel, etc Work with team members and clients at all levels, support client project teams, and manage expectations of clients and management Get trained on a variety of electronic tools Assist with client assessment of best practices in cloud computing, technology, accounting systems, and department workflow Create accounting work flow and process flowcharts and maps for Current Workflow and the New Processes Recommended Create accounting policies & procedures documentation for clients' businesses Help with documentation of Client Assessments with before and after recommendations presentations Help with accounts receivable, payable and bank statement reconciliation and process documentations, assess need for BILL implementation Balance sheet reconciliation, write up processes for how this is currently done, and how can be done better Work with regulatory compliance, excel modeling and pivot tables

Requirements

• Junior pursing a Bachelor’s or master's degree in accounting or finance; pursuing a CPA is preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above preferred
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• You represent yourself with confidence and professionalism
• You are a strong leader with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starters with strong organization and teamwork capabilities

Responsibilities

• Contribute as a member of the team by proactively looking for opportunities to assist team members and by supporting the overall goals of the team
• Conduct research and perform qualitative analysis on findings to present to the team and/or client
• Conduct quantitative analysis using a variety of tools including MS Excel, etc
• Work with team members and clients at all levels, support client project teams, and manage expectations of clients and management
• Get trained on a variety of electronic tools
• Assist with client assessment of best practices in cloud computing, technology, accounting systems, and department workflow
• Create accounting work flow and process flowcharts and maps for Current Workflow and the New Processes Recommended
• Create accounting policies & procedures documentation for clients' businesses
• Help with documentation of Client Assessments with before and after recommendations presentations
• Help with accounts receivable, payable and bank statement reconciliation and process documentations, assess need for BILL implementation
• Balance sheet reconciliation, write up processes for how this is currently done, and how can be done better
• Work with regulatory compliance, excel modeling and pivot tables

Benefits

• Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect
• The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you
• A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development
• Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing
• Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work
• Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees