SKILLBRIDGE DISCLAIMER
Please note: Your application will only be considered for DoD Skillbridge opportunities. This position is only available for Active-Duty military who are approved from their Chain of Command to go through a transitional program within the last 180 days of their service and understand that Kolme Group does not provide compensation through this process.
BASIC FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
This SkillBridge internship offers transitioning service members the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in accounting within a professional business environment. The intern will assist with recording financial transactions, reconciling accounts, managing invoices and payments, and supporting month-end financial reporting. This position is ideal for those with strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and an interest in finance or accounting. Familiarity with basic financial principles is a plus. Interns will gain valuable exposure to civilian business practices while developing skills transferable to a wide range of career paths.
As an Accounting Assistant Intern, you will support the finance team in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth day-to-day accounting operations. You will gain hands-on experience with bookkeeping tasks including data entry, account reconciliation, invoicing, payroll assistance, and financial reporting. This internship is designed to help transitioning service members develop essential accounting skills and prepare for a successful civilian career in finance or business administration.
WORK PERFORMED
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Assist with daily financial transaction entry and maintenance of general ledger records
- Reconcile bank statements and assist with monthly account closing processes
- Support accounts payable and receivable functions, including invoice processing and payment tracking
- Help prepare basic financial reports (e.g., balance sheets, income statements)
- Maintain accurate and organized records in accounting software (QuickBooks)
- Assist with payroll tasks, including tracking hours and reviewing tax withholdings
- Learn and apply accounting principles under the guidance of experienced professionals
- Perform other bookkeeping or administrative duties as assigned
In this role, you will get to:
- Work side-by-side with finance professionals committed to mentoring transitioning service members
- Gain valuable civilian business experience in accounting and finance operations
- Learn how to use industry-standard bookkeeping software and tools
- Build a strong foundation in financial reporting, compliance, and payroll basics
- Develop transferable skills for careers in bookkeeping, accounting, and business administration
Measures of Success & Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s):
- Achieve sales goals/profitability objectives per quarter and annually
- Timely and accurate completion of assigned bookkeeping tasks
- Demonstrated proficiency in accounting software tools and data entry accuracy
- Increased understanding and application of bookkeeping principles week-over-week
- Positive feedback from supervisors and mentors on initiative, professionalism, and growth
SUCCESSFUL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and follow through on assigned tasks
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
- Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and adaptability in a business environment
- Must be a self-starter and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and/or Experience:
- Associate’s degree in accounting, Administration, Business, or related field preferred (not required)
- 1+ year(s) of administrative, clerical, financial, or closely related experience required
- Familiarity with bookkeeping or accounting principles is a plus (not required)
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of what a teammate can expect to encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- All work is performed remotely
- Team Member must have reliable high-speed internet access at all times while at home and traveling
- Ability to provide a distraction free workspace
- Ability to attend virtual meetings with “camera on” at all times
- Ability to sit/stand at a computer/desk for an extended period of time
- While performing the duties of this job, the team member may be regularly required to: stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close/distance vision, and ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods of time