Accounting Intern

Amesi & Associates is a women-owned accounting and business consulting firm dedicated to supporting small businesses and creative entrepreneurs. We’re looking for a motivated Accounting Intern in the Los Angeles Area (or general southern Los Angeles area) to gain hands-on experience in bookkeeping and day-to-day accounting operations. This role is ideal for a current student or recent graduate eager to build practical skills in a professional environment while contributing to real client projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Accounting Support: Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general bookkeeping tasks.
• Reconciliations: Help with monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and general ledger entries.
• Financial Reporting: Support preparation of financial statements and assist with month-end closing procedures.
• Documentation: Maintain and organize financial records, invoices, and supporting documentation.
• Vendor & Expense Management: Process invoices and expenses and assist with vendor communications.
• Compliance & Audits: Provide support during audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Special Projects: Participate in projects to improve efficiency, reporting processes, and financial analysis.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Familiarity with basic accounting principles (GAAP preferred).
• Exposure to accounting software—QuickBooks experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical thinking.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• A team player with a proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Must be a LA County Resident we will verify!

Other Information:

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Full-Time / Part-Time : Part Time-Contracted ( Minimum of 10-15 Hours a Week:)

Exempt / Non-Exempt : Exempt

Location : Gardena/Virtual/Hybred

Position : Accounting Intern

EOE Statement : We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.