Accounting Intern - Four Hands
Austin, TX 78744
About the Job
Description
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Four Hands is the leading global designer and wholesaler of lifestyle home furnishings. We design, manufacture, and distribute our products and support the growing needs of large retail chains, e-commerce businesses, independent regional stores, and interior designers. Four Hands has received numerous recognition and accolades, including ranking in the Inc. 5000 list 14 times and being one of Austin’s Top Workplaces for 4 years which couldn’t have been possible without our employees.
Join our Accounting team as an Intern where you will gain hands-on experience with various accounting tasks, including credit application management, invoice processing, month-end close, and compliance with our internal systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in a professional setting, working alongside experienced accountants and contributing to the success of our organization.
This position is expected to start around January 2025 and continue through the entire Spring 2025 term (estimated through April 2025). We ask for a minimum of 10 weeks, part-time and on-site, for internships.
This position is expected to start around January 2025 and continue through the entire Spring 2025 term (estimated through April 2025). We ask for a minimum of 10 weeks, part-time and on-site, for internships.
In This Role
- Maintain and update resale certificate records to ensure accurate documentation using Avalara
- Support the processing and evaluation of credit applications for new customers, including verifying financial information as needed
- Respond to customer requests for documentation in a timely manner
- Assist with the processing of invoices, including verifying accuracy, matching purchase orders, and resolving any discrepancies
- Troubleshoot invoice-related issues and collaborate with vendors and internal teams to resolve problems efficiently
- Ensure compliance with procurement system to maintain system data and accuracy
- Review expenses at a cost center level to verify accuracy and provide insights into trends
- Prepare reconciliations and submit for review utilizing Blackline
- Participate in month end close process, assisting with preparation of necessary reports, journal entries, and account reconciliations as needed
- Work with functional leaders and other internal groups to build scalable processes
- Uphold our Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands team
- Other duties as assigned by Management
The Ideal Person
- Currently pursuing an Accounting or Finance degree
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel preferred)
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Attention to detail, thorough, and organized
- Good time management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks
- Ability to collaborate within a team setting
- Able to take initiative and ownership of assigned work projects
Internship Program at Four Hands
The Internship Program is aimed to provide students with hands-on experience in the area they are most passionate about. Interns at Four Hands have the opportunity to work closely with various departments to gain valuable knowledge about the company. The program focuses on professional development, offering mentorship from like-minded professionals and the chance to contribute to real projects. Interns are encouraged to bring innovative ideas to make the experience challenging and rewarding. This program will enable students to gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in their future careers.
Source : Four Hands