Intern, Accounting & Finance

Chicago, IL, US

Jun 15, 2026

Dentons US LLP is currently recruiting for an Intern to support our Accounting & Finance department. The ideal candidate would possess excellent communication, problem solving and analytical skills and have great attention to detail.  This position will report to the Controller.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Accounts Payable
    • Review stale check reports and follow up with vendors as needed
    • Review outstanding invoices and expense reports and follow up with approvers as needed to clear any overdue payments
    • Assist Accounts Payable team as needed
  • Partner Accounting & Tax
    • Assist with the preparation of certain monthly tax filings
    • Assist with the completion of monthly account schedules 
  • Assist Administrative Assistant with ad hoc requests and special projects, when available
  • Assist Financial Controller and General Ledger team with adhoc projects
  • Maintain confidentiality and internal controls as required by Firm policies and procedures
  • Other duties as needed to fully meet the requirements of the position

 

Experience and Qualifications:

  • Undergraduate student with studies in Accounting or Finance
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook
  • Ability to pay close attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Flexibility

 

Salary

Pursuant with states' laws, the salary range for this position is $20.00 an hour, based on experience and local market. 

 

Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

 

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

 

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US, LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call our Talent Acquisition Specialist at +1 314 259 5898 or contact us at dentonsusstaffrecruitment@dentons.com.

 

About Dentons

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Nearest Major Market: Chicago