Accounting Intern (Part-Time)

Memphis, TN

Ducks Unlimited, Inc. (DU), the world’s largest and most effective private waterfowl and wetlands conservation organization, is seeking an Accounting Intern to support all aspects of accounting operations of the organization and its affiliates. The Accounting Intern builds a foundational understanding of accounting functions. This role focuses on translating classroom knowledge into practical application, learning the mechanics of daily accounting workflows, and understanding how core financial processes fit together. The intern will work under the direct guidance of senior team members to develop data accuracy, professional communication, and consistency.

Schedule & Compensation:

• Position Type: Part-Time (hourly)
• Hours: Flexible schedule to accommodate class times (expected 15–20 hours per week)
• Benefits: This is a temporary, part-time student position and is not eligible for company benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Guided Transactional Support: Assist with the execution of routine accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions under professional supervision.
• Reconciliation Practice: Learn to prepare and maintain well-supported balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Cash Application: Apply customer payments accurately to understand cash flow entry points.
• Journal Entries: Draft and upload journal entries in accordance with provided standard operating procedures.
• Month-End Exposure: Support month-end close activities to learn how financial results are compiled and delivered.
• Documentation Management: Maintain organized digital and physical accounting documentation.
• Team Collaboration: Participate in team meetings and demonstrate structured written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem Identification: Identify data discrepancies during routine tasks and escalate them to the mentor for resolution.

Qualifications:

• Education: Currently enrolled as a student pursuing a Bachelor of Accounting degree.
• Academic Standing: Junior or Senior standing preferred, but all active students with core accounting coursework completed and maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher will be considered.
• Experience: No prior accounting experience required.
• Academic Foundation: Strong conceptual grasp of basic accounting principles and introductory GAAP from completed coursework.
• Software Skills: Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on Excel functions (e.g., formulas, data sorting).
• System Adaptability: Eagerness and aptitude to learn professional ERP and corporate accounting software systems.
• Detail Orientation: High level of attentiveness to data entry accuracy.
• Curiosity & Coachability: Comfort asking clarifying questions and implementing feedback from mentors.
• Organization: Strong time-management skills to successfully balance internship tasks with ongoing academic commitments.
• Professionalism: Ability to interact politely and professionally with internal teams.
• Dependability: Reliable follow-through on assigned project deadlines.

This job description is intended to set forth the core functions required for this position and describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required by employees to do this job. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities, as necessary. DU reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of DU’s business, competitive consideration, or the work environment changes.

To Apply: Please fill out all application materials and submit a resume and cover letter. This application will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. 

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 
It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, military status, disability, age, or genetic information, except where age or gender is a bona fide occupational qualification as allowed by the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 or over), disability (physical, mental or visual), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), military and veteran status, immigration status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.