Accounting Intern - Kansas , MO; Summer in Kansas

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

Perform all aspects of a project or work in progress and apply knowledge gained to future projects

Possess and apply a solid understanding of the work environment; be punctual

Develop a general understanding of Myers and Stauffer services

Respond to all inquiries and requests

Strive to attain goals established by direct supervisors

Positive attitude toward self, other professionals, clients, and Myers and Stauffer

Ability to gain computer proficiency relative to administrative programs, spreadsheets, word processing, and internet research

Professional in appearance and manner

Additional responsibilities as assigned

This position could have the potential to become a direct hire in a full-time position after graduation

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25
• Active participation in student organizations and work experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Well organized with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Effectively multi-task with planning and efficiency
• Manage multiple deadlines and prioritize assignments
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Proficient use of applicable software programs, including Microsoft Office suite

This position will be on site in our Kansas City, MO office. The schedule requires 40 hours/week and is flexible within a "traditional" Monday - Friday business week.

• Intern must be working toward a Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting or related field

About Us Myers and Stauffer LC is a certified public accounting and health and human services consulting firm, specializing in audit, accounting, data management and consulting services to government-sponsored health care programs (primarily state Medicaid agencies, and the federal Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services). We have 45+ years of experience assisting our government clients with complex health care reimbursement and provider compliance issues, operate 21 offices and have over 900 associates nationwide.

At Myers and Stauffer, you will have a career that is rewarding while also supporting our state and federal government health and human service clients that focus on those in need. We are committed to providing our employees with professional growth and development opportunities, a diverse, dynamic, challenging work environment, and a strong and visionary leadership team. Our firm takes pride in the welcoming and collaborative culture we have throughout our offices.

We are always willing to discuss potential flexibility that an employee may need to better suit their work-life wellbeing.

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance along with other competitive employee benefits for eligible associates
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and available support resources
• 401K with company matching for eligible employees
• Tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, paid volunteer community service time, mentor program, and a variety of other employee programs and perks
• A combination of technical and leadership development training at each career milestone
• Up to six counseling sessions per year for eligible employees through our Employee Assistance Program

We understand that changing or learning a new industry can discourage strong candidates from applying. Please do not hesitate to apply, as you may be the right fit for this position or another position we have open.