Junior Accountant Intern
- Chicago
- On-site
Junior Accountant Intern
Are you interested in accounting and financial operations? Are you pursuing studies in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration? We are now looking for a Junior Accountant Intern to join our team in Chicago!
Internship duration: 4 months
Hours: 10-20 hours per week
Start date: ASAP, Spring 2026 semester
Location: Chicago office
Environment: On-site
As a Junior Accountant Intern, you will contribute to day-to-day financial operations, support management with reporting, and learn essential accounting processes using systems such as QuickBooks and Dynamics 365.‑to‑day financial operations, support management with reporting, and learn essential accounting processes using systems such as QuickBooks and Dynamics 365.
The role includes both tactical and operational responsibilities such as:
- Learn to prepare financial spreadsheets, reports, and documents
- Assisting management with financial reports and administrative support, such as documenting and maintaining internal accounting processes
- Organize, record, and maintain accurate financial records
- Support research, filing, and data entry
- Assist in migrating accounts to new programs and vendors
- Learn to navigate accounting systems including QuickBooks and Dynamics 365
The role is based in Chicago, with the opportunity to collaborate with teams and clients globally as needed.
Core Competencies & Collaborative Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate commitment and accountability in tasks
- Collaborate effectively with a positive, can-do attitude‑do attitude
- Adapt to new processes and ways of working
- Strong analytical thinking, accuracy, and attention to detail
- Ability to be resourceful to solve problems independently, as needed
- Highly motivated and reliable with strong organizational skills
Formal Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
A Plus
- Exposure to QuickBooks or Dynamics 365 is a plus
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles and GAAP
- Experience working with financial tools or accounting software
- Prior internship or project experience in accounting or finance
Application
Please submit your CV and cover letter in English as soon as possible, as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. All applications will be handled confidentially.
Work with great people
Great Place to Work
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Global exchanges and career opportunities
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Exclusive focus on our client’s growth agenda
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Extensive responsibility
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Diversified teams with world class colleagues
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Training academy for continuous development
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Entrepreneurial environment
About the company
Diversity powering global growth
At Business Sweden we value and encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We strive for a workplace where all colleagues can explore their full potential and contribute with their unique experiences. By embracing a wide range perspective, we can better drive sustainable growth and customer-centric excellence.
About Business Sweden
Business Sweden helps Swedish companies grow global sales and international companies invest and expand in Sweden. With a unique mandate from the Swedish government and the business sector, we offer strategic advice and practical support in more than 40 markets worldwide.
Our mission is to help lay the foundation for sustainable, inclusive, and digital growth – in Sweden and around the world. We do this by providing startups, small- and medium sized companies and multinationals with tailored services, coupled with access to key stakeholders in the public and private spheres.
We help our clients build relationships, accelerate time-to-market, and comply with local standards and regulations. Visit business-sweden.com for more information.
OUR VALUESOur high performance culture rests on that all our employees live our core values. We will never have guidelines for every situation we will meet, but if all of us are guided by a strong sense of our values, we will always navigate in the right direction.
RESPONSIBILITYThis is the foundation of our culture. Taking responsibility is a way to show commitment to our work. We take ownership of the relationships with our clients and stay true to our word.
COLLABORATIONAlone we can do so little; together we can do so much. Collaboration knows no geographical borders. At Business Sweden, we act as one global team to create the best possible value for our clients.
IMPACTBy monitoring the world around us and identifying possibilities , we make a difference by helping companies to seize new, sustainable business opportunities. We create impact both for our clients and for Sweden.
Alexis Sanchez | Contact Person
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