8-Week Accounting Internship Program – Rolwes Company

Designed to provide hands-on experience, skill development, and insight into the accounting functions of a dynamic homebuilding company.

Week 1: Onboarding & Introduction

• Objective: Familiarize the intern with the company’s culture, policies, and accounting processes.
• Activities: 
  • Welcome orientation: Overview of Rolwes Company, mission, and values.
  • Introduction to the accounting team and key personnel.
  • Tour of the office and relevant departments.
  • Overview of accounting software, tools, and systems used.
  • Review of company policies, confidentiality, and ethical standards.

    

Week 2 & 3: Invoice and Accounts Payable Entry & Payment Processing 

• Objective: Learn the fundamentals of invoice processing and accounts payable management.
• Activities: 
  • Hands-on training in entering vendor invoices into the system.
  • Verify accuracy of invoice details (amount, date, vendor info).
  • Assist with coding and categorizing expenses.
  • Shadow the Accounts Payable team to understand the full invoice cycle.
  • Introduction to payment processing and review of approval workflows.

    

Week 4: Cash Deposits & Reconciliations

• Objective: Gain experience with cash deposit procedures and reconciliation practices.
• Activities: 
  • Enter cash deposits into the accounting system.
  • Learn the importance of timely and accurate deposit tracking.
  • Assist with month end bank reconciliations.
  • Identify and resolve any discrepancies.
  • Shadow team members to understand how cash flow impacts operations.

    

Week 5: Month-End Reporting & Reconciliation

• Objective: Assist in the month-end close process and gain exposure to financial reporting.
• Activities: 
  • Participate in preparing and reconciling month-end reports.
  • Learn to review and validate financial data.
  • Exposure to journal entries and general ledger adjustments.
  • Understand the importance of accuracy and timeliness in month-end reporting.

    

Week 6: Shadowing Accounting Manager

• Objective: Understand the leadership perspective and deeper accounting processes.
• Activities: 
  • Spend time shadowing the Accounting Manager.
  • Join a field day to visit active communities.
  • Learn about strategic decision-making in financial management.
  • Gain insight into budget planning and forecasting.

    

Week 7: Advanced Reconciliation & Financial Insights

• Objective: Strengthen financial analysis skills and refine accounting knowledge.
• Activities: 
  • Assist with more complex reconciliations.
  • Learn how to identify patterns or discrepancies in financial data.
  • Review financial performance metrics and reporting standards.

    

Week 8: Wrap-Up, Reflection & Presentation

• Objective: Reflect on the internship experience and present key takeaways.
• Activities: 
  • One-on-one debrief with the Accounting Manager.
  • Discuss lessons learned, challenges, and areas of growth.
  • Provide feedback on the internship program.
  • Celebrate the completion of the internship with the team.

     

  Job Requirements:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Reliable transportation for the field day visit.