Accounting Intern

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Hauppauge, NY, USA
In-Office
Internship
Cloud • Information Technology • Software
The Role
The Accounting Intern will support month-end close, accounts receivable and payable, audit preparation, and process improvement initiatives while gaining exposure to accounting practices.
Summary Generated by Built In

We are a growing IT company; a great place to start and grow your career!

CCS is a leading technology consulting firm providing best in class solutions to our clients for over 45 years. Expressed simply in our tagline – Right People, Right Results, Right Careers! Our philosophy is, in fact, an obsession that drives our behavior, our culture and our work. It’s why we put tremendous emphasis on hiring individuals that embody the principles that align with our obsession. We continue to successfully provide network integration, support services, products solutions, and applications services to our valued clients in the northeast. Our focus is simple...our goal is to make technology easy and to help our clients use it as effectively as possible.

Looking to kickstart your career in accounting? At CCS, our Accounting Intern role offers hands-on experience working alongside a collaborative Finance team, where you’ll gain real exposure to the day-to-day operations that keep a business running. This isn’t a “sit back and observe” internship—you’ll contribute to meaningful projects, support key accounting processes, and build practical skills that translate directly into a full-time career.

                                                                                                                                       

What You'll Do:

  • Support month-end close by preparing reconciliations, schedules, and documentation
  • Assist with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes, including invoice review and data entry
  • Help maintain general ledger accuracy through account reconciliations
  • Contribute to audit preparation and ad hoc financial analysis
  • Update and maintain financial reports, trackers, and dashboards
  • Assist with billing, collections, and customer account research
  • Document accounting processes and help improve standard operating procedures
  • Participate in process improvement and automation initiatives using tools like Excel, Power Query, and Power Automate
  • Collaborate with teams across Accounting, Finance, and Operations
  • Learn and apply real-world accounting policies, controls, and best practices
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned

                                                                                                                                       

What You Bring: 

Competencies & Skills

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Junior or Senior preferred)
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills
  • Clear communication skills and a willingness to ask questions and learn
  • Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Technical Proficiency

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables a plus)
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365 tools (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)
  • Exposure to accounting or ERP systems (NetSuite or similar is a plus, not required)

Knowledge & Experience

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Junior or Senior preferred)
  • Prior internship or part-time experience in accounting or finance is a plus but not required

Education / Certification

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program (Accounting, Finance, or related discipline)

Work Environment & Physical Demands

  • Office environment
  • Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use
  • Standard business hours with flexibility during peak periods (e.g., month-end)

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CCS Offers:
  • Competitive salaries
  • Comprehensive benefits including:
    • Medical and dental plans
    • Company paid vision and short and long term disability plans
    • Flexible spending programs including Healthcare, Dependent Care, Transit and Parking
    • 401K with employer match
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Onsite fitness center (or gym membership reimbursement for client or satellite based employees)
    • Company paid life Insurance
    • Paid holidays and vacation
    • Technical certification gift card rewards program

Come experience our unique culture and see how our “right people, right results” philosophy has led to our outstanding success!  We are great place to start your IT career!

EEO Statement:

Custom Computer Specialists is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.  To request a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position or to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, contact [email protected] or 631-864-6699.

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The Company
HQ: Hauppauge, New York
598 Employees
Year Founded: 1979

What We Do

CCS is a premier provider of technology solutions and services to organizations throughout the US. Many organizations rely on CCS to deliver high-quality, highly reliable and secure technology solutions to support their cybersecurity, managed services, cloud, software, network management, and strategic planning needs. Established in 1979, CCS' extensive knowledge and experience have positioned it as a trusted partner for educational institutions, government agencies, healthcare providers, nonprofits, small to mid-sized businesses, and corporations throughout the US. With close to 450 of the best-and-brightest employees in the technology industry, CCS has offices in Hauppauge, NY (HQ); Providence, RI; Cleveland, OH; Raleigh, NC; and Wilmington, DE. We strongly believe in “Right People, Right Results”. Providing the Right Results for our clients has earned CCS numerous certifications, awards, and distinctions: Inc. 5000 list; SOC 2 Type 2 Compliance; MSSP Alert Top 250 MSSPs, CRN North America “Elite 150”, “Elite 250” and “Security 100” for top Managed Service Providers; Top 10 K12 Solution Providers; Best Cybersecurity Provider; Best Technology Services; and Best Places to Work. Learn more at www.customonline.com #MSP #technologyservices

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