Accounting Summer Analyst

As an Accounting Summer Analyst at Tempus, you will engage in various responsibilities, including assisting with month-end close activities, preparing journal entries, and conducting account reconciliations. You'll also be involved in financial statement analysis, support compliance requirements, and participate in physical inventory counts. This role allows you to apply your academic knowledge to real-world scenarios and contribute to critical accounting functions.

To be eligible for the Accounting Summer Analyst position at Tempus, you should be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, along with excellent communication abilities. A keen attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment will ensure your success in this dynamic role.

Interning at Tempus will provide you with a comprehensive experience that includes hands-on projects, professional development opportunities, and valuable networking with peers and industry professionals. You'll spend 8-10 weeks in a collaborative environment, gaining insights into the accounting function while actively contributing to the company's mission of enriching healthcare through real-time data.

The Accounting Summer Analyst internship at Tempus offers a hybrid work model. This means you will work onsite in our Chicago office three days a week while enjoying the flexibility to work remotely on the remaining days. This setup allows you to balance both collaborative in-person projects and independent tasks efficiently.

As an Accounting Summer Analyst at Tempus, you will work on various comprehensive projects, including supporting general ledger operations, assisting with special projects, and collaborating with other finance teams on initiatives that enhance accountability and compliance. Your contributions will be pivotal in providing insights that drive our accounting operations effectively.

In your response, focus on specific coursework, projects, or internships where you assisted with financial reporting. Highlight your understanding of key concepts and tools used in financial reporting and emphasize your analytical skills to interpret data effectively.

When answering this question, mention specific strategies such as maintaining a task list, using project management tools, and assessing deadlines. Share experiences where you successfully balanced competing priorities and how you ensured timely completion of all assignments.

Discuss the accounting software and tools you've used throughout your academic career or internships, such as QuickBooks, Excel, or Google Suite. Indicate your proficiency level and provide examples of how you utilized these tools to complete assignments.

Express your appreciation for constructive feedback and how it helps in your professional development. Provide an example of a situation where you received feedback, how you applied it, and the positive outcome that resulted from your openness.

Share a specific example from your academic projects or internships where you faced a financial challenge. Highlight the steps you took to analyze the issue, the solutions you proposed, and the final results to demonstrate your problem-solving skills.

In your answer, emphasize your passion for the healthcare industry and how Tempus's mission aligns with your career goals. Discuss your eagerness to learn and contribute to a company that values precision medicine and innovation.

Discuss specific methods you employ to double-check and validate your work, such as establishing a checklist, proofreading, or peer-reviewing your outputs. Provide an example of a time when your attention to detail averted a mistake.

Highlight the importance of collaboration in accounting, especially in meeting deadlines and achieving accuracy. Share an experience that illustrates your ability to work well within a team environment and how that led to successful project outcomes.

Share a specific instance from your studies or internships where you were required to analyze complex data sets. Explain the analytical techniques or software you used and how you presented your findings to stakeholders.

Your answer should reflect your personal interests in finance and problem-solving. Mention specific aspects of accounting that excite you, such as financial analysis, compliance, or data integrity, and discuss how these align with your career aspirations.