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Accounting Intern (Winter 2025 / Spring 2026)

Accounting Intern (Winter 2025 / Spring 2026)

OptiverChicago, IL, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We're looking for a motivated self-starter to join our Finance Team as an Accounting Intern for Winter 2025 / Spring 2026. In this role, you'll gain relevant and valuable accounting experience in a fast-paced and collaborative team environment. As an Accounting Intern, you can expect to participate in our month-end close process, create ad hoc financial reports & analytics, prepare deliverables for our annual audit, and other projects.

What you'll do :

  • Learn the functions of our Finance Team and develop a deeper understanding of technical accounting by collaborating with team members and actively participating in the preparation of core deliverables
  • Assist with preparation of quarterly forecasts and work with other departments on special cost analysis projects
  • Assist in daily cash management activities and analyze results
  • Support our month-end close processes by preparing key financial reports, balance sheet reconciliations, and journal entries
  • Participate in components of our Accounts Payable process
  • Collaborate with team members on ad hoc deliverables and special projects

Who you are :

  • Accounting major
  • Sophomore or Junior year standing
  • Interest in corporate / private accounting
  • Ability to work on-site in our Chicago office 15-30 hours / week
  • Successful completion of introduction to accounting coursework
  • Proficiency with MS Excel and MS Word
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Thoroughness, accuracy, and keen attention to detail
  • Basic knowledge of GAAP and financial statements; IFRS a plus
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment authorization for this job opening
  • What you'll get :

  • Competitive internship compensation package
  • Various office perks, including breakfast, lunch, and snacks
  • Social events and much more!
  • We accept one application per role per year. If you have previously applied to this position during this season and have been unsuccessful, you can reapply once the next recruitment season begins.
  • Following your participation in this program, you may choose to move forward with the application process for Optiver's internship program. Below is the expected base salary for an internship position in our Trading or Tech departments. This is a good-faith estimate of the base pay scale and sign on bonus for this position and offers will ultimately be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and performance in the interview process. Internship positions in our Trading and Tech departments are also be eligible for benefits including Optiver-covered flights, living accommodations and commuting stipends (where applicable); and office perks, including daily breakfast and lunch, social events and clubs.

    Internship Base Salary Range

    $35-$35 USD

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