Accounting Intern

Description

Warner Norcross + Judd is seeking a temporary Accounting Intern to support our Accounting team in Grand Rapids. This internship offers hands-on exposure to accounting operations within a professional services environment and is ideal for a motivated student who is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn. The role is well-suited for someone who enjoys both working with data and contributing to a collaborative team culture.

About the Opportunity Responsibilities:

- Assist the Accounting team with day-to-day tasks and special projects

- Support basic accounting functions, including bank reconciliations and financial data review

- Review data to identify vendors, contacts, and ensure information is accurate and up to date

- Help create and maintain a basic vendor list, including Accounts Receivable contacts

- Organize and improve accounting-related processes by creating structure and documentation

- Scan, file, and maintain financial records in both electronic and paper formats

- Operate office equipment such as scanners, copiers, and printers as needed

- Collaborate with team members to support overall department operations

Program Details:

- Internship Duration: June 1, 2026 - August 7, 2026

- Cover Letters: Address to Julia Fish, HR Assistant

The above list is not intended to be all inclusive but provides a general framework for the position. Other related responsibilities will arise from time to time and be assigned to department members.

The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee in order to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. These include being both mobile and stationary throughout the workday, having the ability to transport 25 pounds and being able to operate a computer and other business equipment found in the office.

About You Competencies:

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team

- Positive attitude and eagerness to learn

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

- Ability to review data and maintain accurate records

Minimum Qualifications:

- Education: High school graduate currently enrolled in a college program.

- Preferred majors: Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related business field

- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

- Transportation: Reliable transportation required.

About Warner

Warner is a full-service corporate law firm with 230+ attorneys practicing in nine offices throughout Michigan: Bloomfield Hills, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Holland, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Macomb, Midland and Muskegon. To learn more, visit www.wnj.com, follow us on X @WNJLLP or connect on LinkedIn or Facebook.

About Our Culture Warner's cultural motto is "Fun, Pride + Profit...in that Order". We build A Better Partnership through:

- Lockstep Compensation - Our compensation model encourages teamwork and distinguishes us from our competitors. Partner and associate salaries are set based upon seniority, not total hours worked, encouraging client legal projects to be routed to the most knowledgeable person in the Firm. Our team approach to compensation yields better legal representation for our clients and lays the foundation for a fun culture without internal financial competition. We have a team atmosphere where people like working together and supporting each other.

- Diversity - At Warner, we take an "all in" approach to DEI - engaging people at all levels of the Firm to lead and participate on DEI committees and initiatives. This ensures a broad base of support from team members truly invested in leading the charge. It's because of their time and efforts we are as successful as we are - and that success radiates throughout the whole firm. Our DEI work has become not only the right thing to do, but more importantly, what our people want to do.

- Careers - Our culture of balanced personal and professional lifestyle allows us to maintain a 94% attorney retention rate. Attorneys throughout Michigan, the region and beyond are choosing Warner as their forever home - and because of our dedicated focus on living balanced lives, our attorneys' families are fully supporting these important decisions.

- Community - Warner's time-honored community engagement initiatives include financial contributions to 150+ nonprofits, scholarships and paid time off for all firm members to engage in community initiatives that are meaningful to them.

Closing Statement

Warner hires top talent at every point in our organization. We are seeking dedicated professionals with diverse backgrounds who strive to support the Firm and its goals. Our collegial culture attracts people with diverse skills and backgrounds who are dedicated to teamwork and client service.