Accounting Intern – Accounts Receivable

Title: Accounting Intern – Accounts Receivable (AR)

Department: Finance & Accounting

Reports to: Senior Manager, Accounts Receivable

Office: United States

Type: Paid Internship (Full-Time, Flexible Schedule) $16.50/hourly

Per Scholas is a national nonprofit organization committed to advancing economic equity through rigorous training for technology careers and connecting skilled talent to leading businesses. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Intern to join our Accounts Receivable (AR) team. This role is ideal for a senior undergraduate student in Accounting, Finance, or a related field who is eager to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit accounting operations.

The Accounting Intern will support the day-to-day operations of the AR team within a dynamic nonprofit accounting department. The intern will assist with processing payments, grant invoicing, reconciliations, and supporting compliance with funder requirements. This full-time but flexible internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in AR management, exposure to nonprofit financial operations, and mentorship from experienced finance professionals.

•         Process and record incoming payments, invoices, and revenue transactions.
•         Assist with preparation and submission of monthly billing, grant drawdowns, and government contract invoicing.
•         Maintain and reconcile AR aging schedules to ensure timely collections and accurate reporting.
•         Review supporting documentation to ensure compliance with government, foundation, and donor requirements.
•         Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
•         Collaborate with Development and Program teams to reconcile contributions, grants, and receivables.
•         Assist with audit preparation by gathering supporting documentation and preparing schedules.
•         Contribute to process improvements and documentation of AR procedures.
•         Perform special projects and analyses as assigned by the Senior Manager, Accounts Receivable.

•         Current senior (or strong junior) pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 
•         Solid understanding of accounting principles (knowledge of GAAP preferred).
•         Interest in nonprofit accounting, compliance, and funder reporting.
•         Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
•         Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, or similar) a plus.
•         Effective written and verbal communication skills.
•         Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team environment.

•         Paid, full-time internship experience with a flexible schedule.
•         Hands-on exposure to nonprofit accounting operations, including AR and grant compliance.
•         Experience with revenue reconciliation, funder billing, and audit preparation.
•         Mentorship from the Senior Manager, Accounts Receivable, and collaboration with the broader Finance team.
•         Valuable professional experience that can support future full-time career opportunities in accounting and finance.