Accounting Intern - Columbia, SC

Program Overview

Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC is seeking candidates for their Internship Program. Candidates must be currently enrolled in college pursuing a degree with a major or concentration in accounting. Interns will work in the field or office on engagements involving audits, management services, or the preparation of tax returns for tax clients.

• A well‑rounded knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and generally accepted auditing standards.
• A working knowledge of federal and state income tax laws and regulations sufficient for preparing tax returns.
• An awareness of current developments in the accounting profession.
• The ability to speak and write effectively.
• Professional appearance in attitude, dress, poise, and conduct.
• Establishing a practice of accuracy in dealing with information (numeric and alphabetic).
• Develop proficiency in the use of available resources such as firm manuals and computer software.

• Assist with the study and evaluation of internal accounting controls.
• Test compliance with internal controls when the evaluation shows they can be relied upon.
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Examine client reconciliations of bank accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Examine client reconciliations of subsidiary accounts to controls.
• Schedule computations of accruals and document the underlying support.
• Prepare schedules of write‑offs of prepaid expenses and deferred charges.
• Review data input, identify and resolve technical tax issues, and assist in the review of tax preparations.
• Identify, research, and assess various tax issues while providing information to senior staff.
• Meet deadlines for completion of tax returns and other assigned projects.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Currently pursuing a college degree with a major or concentration in accounting.
• All students must provide their own housing and transportation for the duration of the internship.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Overnight travel may be necessary.
• Knowledge of the Firm.

Columbia, SC

Competitive – Paid time and a half for overtime outside of 40 hours per week worked.

Competitive benefits including paid time off, health insurance, and a balanced work/life schedule.

Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, military service obligations, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.