Accounting Intern

Want real accounting experience, not just a job?

Cogent Analytics is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Intern to support our Accounting department. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with accounting operations, financial documentation, data entry, reconciliations, and other day-to-day accounting activities in a dynamic business environment.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, analytical, and eager to learn. This internship is a great opportunity for a student pursuing Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field to gain practical experience and develop skills that will translate directly into a professional accounting career.

Responsibilities

• Keep things running smoothly with admin support (emails, data entry, calls, coordination)
• Respond to client, partner, and prospect messages and inquiries with professionalism and personality
• Support special projects and ideas—we’re always building something new

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; rising juniors and seniors preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal
• Intermediate computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Familiarity with basic accounting principles and financial terminology
• Ability to assist with accounting data entry, recordkeeping, reconciliations, reporting, and other administrative accounting tasks
• Experience with QuickBooks is a plus, but not required
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with financial and business information
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a willingness to ask questions and learn
• Authorized to work in the United States and located in Greensboro, NC
• Must be able to work 20 hours per week, with occasional flexibility based on department needs
• Commitment to maintaining a high-performance culture and upholding company values

What You Will Gain

• Real, hands-on experience in consulting, accounting/finances, and business operations
• Opportunity to build your portfolio
• Fast-paced environment where you’ll learn and grow
• A fun, supportive team that values personality and culture fit
• Great stepping stone for a career in consulting, accounting, or business

If you are looking to gain real-world accounting experience while working alongside an experienced team in a dynamic business environment, we encourage you to apply. This internship will provide exposure to the daily operations of a growing business and an opportunity to build practical accounting skills that can help prepare you for your career after graduation.

Join Cogent Analytics and become part of a high-performance team dedicated to excellence, accountability, and client success.

Cogent Analytics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.