Job Type
Internship
Description
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Intern to support our Finance team during a high-volume operational period. This role is designed for an accounting major in their junior or senior year who is interested in gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
The internship will provide exposure to both core accounting functions and operational finance processes, with a strong emphasis on data integrity, system improvements, and cross-functional support.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Transactional Support
- Assist with processing Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs) and related financial adjustments, gaining exposure to revenue and customer impact.
- Support customer change orders, including issuing credits and invoices prior to shipment
- Perform data entry and validation to ensure accuracy of financial records
- Other ad hoc accounting tasks
- Assist with account reconciliations and month-end close activities
- Support preparation of journal entries under supervision
Operational & Project-Based Work
- Support system clean-up initiatives to improve data accuracy and reporting reliability
- Assist with updating and maintaining financial and operational data within ERP system
- Participate in process improvement projects aimed at increasing efficiency and internal controls
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Order Management, Customer Support, etc.) to resolve discrepancies
Customer & Administrative Support
- Provide general administrative support to the Finance team as needed
- Respond to customer and internal inquiries via phone and email in a professional manner
What You Will Gain
- Exposure to the full order-to-cash lifecycle
- Practical, hands-on accounting experience in a real-world business environment
- Exposure to ERP systems and financial operations processes
- Involvement in meaningful projects that impact data integrity and operational efficiency
- Insight into cross-functional business operations within a growing company
- Hands-on experience with NetSuite in a live business environment
- Foundational experience supporting the month-end close process
- Practical understanding of how accounting impacts operations and revenue
Work Schedule
- Part-time or full-time hours available based on candidate availability
- Schedule flexibility may be considered around academic commitments
Compensation
- Hourly rate based on experience
Requirements
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Junior or Senior standing preferred)
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Basic understanding of accounting principles
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) is a plus
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment