Position Overview

At DiMercurio Advisors, our mission is to empower small business owners by simplifying complex financial information. As an Accounting Intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced accounting professionals while supporting real clients and real accounting engagements.

This internship is designed for students pursuing a career in public accounting, bookkeeping, managed accounting, or advisory services. You'll develop practical accounting skills, strengthen your understanding of financial statements and accounting processes, and gain exposure to the day-to-day operations of a growing public accounting firm.

This is more than a data-entry internship—you'll actively contribute to client engagements, learn industry-leading accounting software, and work directly with professionals dedicated to helping you grow.

What You'll Do

As an Accounting Intern, you'll support the Accounting Team by:

• Assisting with monthly bookkeeping and accounting services for small business clients.
• Categorizing and reviewing bank and credit card transactions.
• Completing bank, credit card, and other balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Preparing and maintaining accounting workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Assisting with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Reviewing general ledger activity for accuracy, completeness, and unusual transactions.
• Assisting with the preparation and review of financial statements, including balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
• Identifying missing information, outstanding transactions, or discrepancies that require additional research.
• Gathering and organizing client documentation needed to complete accounting projects.
• Assisting accounting professionals with cleanup projects, special projects, and other client accounting needs.
• Learning and utilizing Xero, QuickBooks Online, and other accounting technology platforms.
• Participating in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Technical Skills

Preferred qualifications include:

• Basic understanding of accounting principles, including debits, credits, and the accounting equation.
• Basic understanding of financial statements, including the balance sheet and income statement.
• Familiarity with bank reconciliations and general ledger accounting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience working with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting/filtering, and basic data analysis.
• Familiarity with Xero or QuickBooks Online is a plus but not required.
• Ability and willingness to learn new accounting software and technology tools quickly.

Professional Skills

Successful candidates typically demonstrate:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Professionalism and accountability.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Curiosity and a willingness to ask questions and learn.
• A desire to understand not only how something is done, but why it is done.

Education & Experience

Required

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred.

Preferred

• Interest in pursuing a career in public accounting, bookkeeping, managed accounting, or advisory services.
• Interest in pursuing CPA or other relevant professional credentials.
• Previous internship, bookkeeping, accounting, or business experience is a plus but not required.

What You'll Gain

Through this internship, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Work on real client accounting engagements.
• Develop practical bookkeeping and accounting skills.
• Learn how to review financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
• Gain hands-on experience with bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Learn Xero, QuickBooks Online, and other accounting technology.
• Gain exposure to month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Understand how accounting information is used to help small business owners make better decisions.
• Develop professional client communication skills.
• Receive mentorship and feedback from experienced accounting professionals.
• Build a strong foundation for a future career in public accounting, bookkeeping, managed accounting, or advisory services.

High-performing interns may be considered for future internship opportunities or full-time positions upon graduation.

Travel

Minimal travel may be required.

Work Schedule & Location

We believe trust and flexibility are key components of a successful workplace.

In-Office

• Typical office hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

About DiMercurio Advisors

DiMercurio Advisors is a fast-growing accounting, tax, and advisory firm based in Orlando, Florida. We specialize in serving first-time business owners throughout Florida with annual revenues of $3 million or less.

Our clients operate in industries including:

• Real Estate
• Restaurants
• Professional Services
• Creative Businesses
• Side-Hustle and Entrepreneurial Ventures

We focus on building long-term relationships based on trust, education, and proactive guidance.

Our Mission

To empower business owners to succeed by simplifying complex financial information.

Our Core Values

• Be Transparent
• Empower Through Education
• Adapt to Change
• Seek to Understand
• Think Like an Owner

Why Join Us?

Culture is at the heart of everything we do. We're proud to be recognized as a great place to work because we invest heavily in our people, their growth, and their success.

We believe:

• Accountability builds trust.
• Diverse perspectives create better solutions.
• Continuous learning drives professional growth.
• Asking questions and seeking to understand leads to better results.
• A supportive team environment helps everyone thrive.

Many new team members tell us:

"I've never seen a company support their team like this before."

If you're looking for an internship where you'll gain meaningful, hands-on accounting experience, receive mentorship, work with real small businesses, and make a real impact, we'd love to meet you.