Accounting - Intern

The Barber National Institute is a non-profit, multi-company organization that provides services to children, adults, and families who are faced with intellectual and physical disabilities, Autism, and behavioral health challenges. Our main location is in Erie, PA, but we also provide services throughout the state of Pennsylvania. 

Our finance/accounting department is offering a paid internship on a part-time basis for the 2025 school-year. The goal of the internship program is to provide the intern with relevant skills and real-life experiences in a variety of accounting and finance functions throughout the organization. 

As an Accounting Intern at the Barber National Institute, you will have responsibilities within general financial accounting and the development of our internal budget.  There will also be opportunities to assist with payroll, accounts receivable and accounts payable processes and projects.  Knowledge will be gained regarding internal control procedures as well as the special compliance procedures that nonprofits must follow in accordance with applicable guidelines. 

We are looking for an individual who has completed at least two semesters of general accounting coursework and who has a solid understanding of accounting and financial related topics. The finance department uses Microsoft Dynamics GP as its general ledger package and excellent computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel, is needed for this position.