Accounting Intern (Fall 2026)

ABH is looking for an Accounting Intern to join our Frederick, MD team this fall. In this paid role, you’ll gain hands-on experience working alongside our finance team by supporting day-to-day accounting operations, assisting with reporting, and applying your classroom knowledge to real organizational tasks and responsibilities. 

Location: Frederick, MD (In-person) 
Hours: Part-Time / 20 hours/week 
Compensation:  $15/hour 

ABH is a family-centered mental health program that offers a wraparound approach to treatment. We specialize in Psychiatry, Off-Site Counseling Services, On-Site therapy, and Therapeutic Mentoring. If you share our mission and vision, we invite you to join a team that supports those who make a difference within the community.  

Essential Functions: 

• Assist in the preparation and processing of bi-weekly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.  
• Verify and input employee time records, leave balances, and adjustments into the payroll system.  
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes to salary or deductions.  
• Ensure all payroll data is accurate and up-to-date.  
• Compile compensation spreadsheets for clinical staff, ensuring accuracy of data imported from EMR.  
• Research state and federal payroll regulations, tax requirements, and wage-related inquiries as assigned to ensure that ABH practices are in compliance.  
• Assist in the preparation of payroll tax filings and reports as needed.  
• Generate and distribute payroll reports for internal stakeholders.  
• Assist in reconciling payroll accounts and resolving discrepancies.  
• Responsible for the coordination efforts between payroll, human resources, budget and other departments to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee data (including preparation/distribution of detailed reports, e.g. overtime, leave balances, head count, and retirement contribution reports)  
• Provides customer service to employees, management, and outside vendors/agencies.  
• Address payroll-related inquiries from employees and escalate complex issues to the Senior Accounting Manager.  
• Assist with general administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, and data entry.  
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to ongoing projects and process initiatives.  
• Additional duties within the accounting team as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university working toward a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. 
• Strong desire to elevate accounting skills and gain hands-on experience in pursuit of a professional accounting career. 
• Must have familiarity with general accounting principles (GAAP) and payroll laws and regulations. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks is a plus. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of organization. 
• Demonstrated integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial and payroll data. 
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment. 
• Previous internship, coursework, or work experience in accounting or a related field is a plus but not required. 

Join our team and make a difference!