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Accounting Intern (Fall 2025 - Chicago)

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We’re looking for a motivated self-starter to join our Finance Team as a part-time Accounting Intern for Fall 2025. The position is set for 20 hours/week, and Optiver will be flexible with hours in accordance to your school schedule. In this role, you’ll gain relevant and valuable accounting experience in a fast-paced and collaborative team environment. As an Accounting Intern, you can expect to participate in our month-end close process, create ad hoc financial reports & analytics, prepare deliverables for our annual audit, and other projects.

 What you’ll do: 

  • Learn the functions of our Finance Team and develop a deeper understanding of technical accounting by collaborating with team members and actively participating in the preparation of core deliverables
  • Assist with preparation of quarterly forecasts and work with other departments on special cost analysis projects
  • Assist in daily cash management activities and analyze results
  • Support our month-end close processes by preparing key financial reports, balance sheet reconciliations, and journal entries
  • Participate in components of our Accounts Payable process
  • Collaborate with team members on ad hoc deliverables and special projects

Who you are: 

  • Accounting major
  • Sophomore, Junior, or Senior year standing
  • Local to Chicago for Fall 2025 semester and ability to work on-site in Chicago office
  • Interest in corporate/private accounting
  • Successful completion of introduction to accounting coursework
  • Proficiency with MS Excel and MS Word
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Thoroughness, accuracy, and keen attention to detail
  • Basic knowledge of GAAP and financial statements; IFRS a plus
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment authorization for this job opening

What you’ll get:

  • Competitive internship compensation package
  • Various office perks, including breakfast, lunch, and snacks
  • Social events and much more!

*We accept one application per role per year. If you previously applied to the Summer 2025 Accounting Internship this season and have been unsuccessful, you can reapply once the next recruitment season begins in Fall 2025.

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