Accounting Intern Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the accounting intern position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for detailed Excel analysis to the Billing Partners; takes initiative to recommend "best practices" solutions, and manages special projects.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Working towards bachelors in Accounting or Business Administration
• Basic Knowledge of financial controls and accounting standards
• Strong knowledge of Excel and MS Office Suite
• Month end reporting packages
• International financial reporting process and filings
• Ad hoc support to finance during the close and audit process to support completion of key tasks
• Working directly with staff and senior accountants
• Support the efforts related to the adoption of the new leasing standards

I am excited to be applying for the position of accounting intern. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support for budget, accounting, payroll, administrative, and operational activities for the FASN Dean’s Office.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Comfortable talking with and interacting with others
• Major in accounting is preferred
• Prefer individual who has completed an auditing course in addition to basic undergraduate accounting courses
• Intern could be working with several individuals in corporate finance throughout the summer
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Track record of academic excellence
• MS Office at advanced level preferred
• Assume responsibilities pertaining to the monthly close and financial forecasting processes

Please consider me for the accounting intern opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for and maintain volume reports on activity monthly via Excel.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• MBA, MS Finance or MS Accounting students preferred (3.0 GPA or above)
• Be an effective communicator (oral and written)
• Strong willingness for learning new things, inquisitive personality and enjoys meeting and working with various people and in a team environment
• BA or BS (business, accounting, finance preferred
• Relevant work experience preferred including other internships, summer jobs, school jobs
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft platform
• Excellent multi-tasking and time management skills to handle and prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Understanding knowledge of Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

I would like to submit my application for the accounting intern opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support and training to both field staff and home office staff on USAID/DCAA and Chemonics’ policies and procedures, emphasizing the importance and value of compliance.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include Excel
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Power Point, Adobe Pro and internet applications preferred
• Results-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality work, high attention to detail
• Junior class standing or completion of Intermediate Accounting
• Accounting or Finance major and maintain full-time course load during Spring and Fall semesters
• Possess a working knowledge of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Interest / drive in learning ERP systems
• Interested in a career in Accounting

I would like to submit my application for the accounting intern opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support to front office, mid office, revenue accounting, credit, treasury, and volumes actualization team.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Proficiency in electronic database entry and Microsoft Office applications (emphasis on Excel)
• Highly motivated and able to learn quickly
• This internship is set to start mid February and finish at the end of August
• The intern will work out of our office in Thornwood, NY
• This will be a paid internship
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance
• Conscientious, self-motivated worker with attention to detail
• Accounting/Finance majors