Accounting Intern

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!

ELS is hiring for the position of Accounting Intern in Chicago, Illinois.

What you'll do:

The Summer Internship program is a full-time, paid opportunity that will run from May to August. As an Accounting Intern, you will report to an Accounting Manager and work in a collaborative, fast-paced company right in the heart of downtown Chicago. Our internship program is robust and you will be involved in meaningful projects that have a true impact upon the business.

We also offer intern-specific activities, including lunch & learns, a group project and presentation to our executive team, networking opportunities and meet & greets with executives. Of course, our interns will also be a part of our summer company-wide social events!

Your job includes
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• Assist with compiling, reviewing, and processing bank reconciliations
• Work on accounting investigations
• Income tax return preparation
• Communicate with various properties to discuss accounting matters
• Perform a variety of accounting tasks involving bookkeeping and/or compiling financial information; monitor and reconcile accounts
• Perform internal projects
• Participate in a cross-functional group project

Experience & skills you need:

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program with a focus on Accounting
• Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0
• Demonstrated problem solving skills in customer focused environment
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated, reliable and able to work independently

In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) employer match, and paid vacations, holidays, and sick time.

We invite you to visit our web site at  for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

Estimated compensation for this position in the states of BC, CA, CO, IL, MA, MD, MN, NJ, NY, VT and WA is:

Hourly: $18.00 - $18.00

The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. A salary offer will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to the base pay and our benefits, some positions are eligible for bonuses, sales commissions, or incentive pay.