Accounting Intern; part-time

Accounting Intern (Part-time)

Merritt Innovative Consulting & Advisory LLC – Houston, Texas, United States

Merritt Innovative Consulting & Advisory, LLC (MICA) is a Houston‑based accounting consulting firm that helps small businesses and non‑profits take control of their finances. We go beyond traditional bookkeeping—we serve as trusted business advisors who help our clients spot financial problems before they become catastrophes and identify opportunities for growth they might otherwise miss.

Our services include fractional CFO and advisory services, bookkeeping, tax planning, cash flow management, strategic business coaching, and operational consulting. We believe business owners deserve more than just clean books—they deserve the right information at the right time to make confident decisions.

At MICA, we’re building a team of reliable, detail‑oriented professionals who take ownership of their work and genuinely care about helping clients succeed. If you’re looking for a role where your contributions matter and you can grow with a firm that values accountability, flexibility, and doing right by clients, we’d love to hear from you.

Hours:

15–20 hours per week; scheduled within core business hours of 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST

The Part‑Time Accounting Intern will support the firm’s bookkeeping, payroll, and administrative functions while balancing academic or other commitments. This role offers practical, real‑world accounting experience within a fractional accounting firm and is ideal for students pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or business who want to build foundational skills alongside their coursework.

• Support the maintenance of financial records using accounting software.
• Assist with data entry for accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Help post financial transactions to ledgers and journals under supervision.
• Assist with bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of basic financial reports.
• Observe payroll processing activities, including deductions and tax filings.
• Learn and follow GAAP and firm accounting standards.

• Assist with email correspondence and scheduling as needed.
• Help prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
• Maintain organized client files (digital and physical).
• Support the firm’s filing and record‑keeping systems.

• Assist with assigned projects and tasks.
• Help compile documentation and reports for client account reviews.
• Support meeting preparation with materials and information gathering.

• Attend assigned internal team meetings and training sessions when scheduling allows.
• Complete designated learning activities to build accounting proficiency.

• Availability: Must be available to work 15–20 hours per week within core hours of 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST; schedule may be flexible around classes.
• Education: Currently enrolled in a High School (Junior/Senior with accounting coursework), Associate’s, or Bachelor’s program in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Microsoft Proficient: Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Google Suite Proficient: Familiarity with Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Drive).
• Technology Comfort: Comfortable using computers and quickly adapting to new software.
• Communication: Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized and On Time: Able to manage time effectively and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Detail‑Oriented: Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self‑Motivated: Willing to work independently and ask for help when needed.
• Confidentiality: Able to handle sensitive client information with discretion.
• Background Check: Must pass a background check with no criminal history.