Finance & Accounting Intern

Kirkland & Ellis is a leading law firm known for its commitment to legal excellence and innovation. The Finance & Accounting Intern will support various functions within the Finance department, gaining hands-on experience in compliance, data analytics, and financial operations while working closely with Finance staff.

What you'll do:

• Perform compliance testing by reviewing transactions against firm policies, identifying exceptions, and documenting findings for follow-up
• Support analytics projects by gathering, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets to uncover trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement
• Assist with reviewing and approving expense reimbursements and invoices, ensuring accuracy and adherence to guidelines
• Contribute to billing, collections, and financial reporting efforts while helping generate insights through data analysis
• Support reconciliation processes for bank and account records to maintain financial accuracy and integrity
• Assist with the financial operations tied to charitable contribution programs
• Help manage financial records, including inventory, retention processes, and data security protocols
• Handle sensitive financial and personnel information with professionalism and adherence to data security standards
• Partner with team members on research, special projects, and process improvement initiatives as needs evolve

What they're looking for:

• Enrolled in a Chicago-area college or university, majoring in Accounting, Finance, Business or Data Analytics; and carrying a GPA of 3.5+
• Strong problem-solving skills with an interest in compliance, auditing, and data analysis
• High level of accuracy, organization, and commitment to quality work
• Clear communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced setting while maintaining a strong desire to learn
• Intermediate or advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, along with working knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Exposure to data analytics or visualization tools such as Microsoft Power BI, SQL, or Microsoft Copilot is a plus

Benefits:

• Year-round, in-office role
• Flexibility of the intern’s schedule to accommodate school demands
• Work in the office during standard business hours to ensure they receive the appropriate mentoring and guidance from Finance staff
• Personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities