Intern: Accounting

Job Description

Intern: Accounting | EquipmentShare

The Tone:
This is an internship at EquipmentShare, located in Columbia, MO. EquipmentShare is building an industry-transforming technology platform to empower contractors and communities, aiming to transform a traditional industry by making it safer, more secure, and more productive. This role is crucial for supporting the Accounting Team in maintaining accurate financial records, performing data analysis, documenting key processes, and contributing to the company’s mission to innovate the construction industry. The company seeks individuals who bring grit, heart, and humility, are excited about growth in a mission-driven environment, see challenges as opportunities, and embrace continuous improvement.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person Columbia, MO
• Team: Accounting & Financial Reporting Team
• Mission: This intern will assist the Accounting Team in compiling and analyzing financial data and supporting business growth.
• Tech Stack: Excel or similar spreadsheet tools

What You’ll Actually Do
• Shadow members of the Accounting & Financial Reporting team and assist with accounting research and preparation of journal entries.
• Utilize spreadsheet tools with formulas, pivot tables, and macros to effectively manage and report financial data.
• Assist with reconciling accounts and contributing to essential month-end closing responsibilities.
• Support the preparation of financial reports, conducting financial trend analysis, and performing peer company comparisons.
• Document process flows of information for key business processes, identifying systems, risks, reports, and relevant internal controls.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Must be actively working towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, possessing a basic understanding of GAAP and financial principles and terms from completed coursework.
• Experience: No specific years required for this internship; successful completion of a variety of accounting-related courses is expected.
• Skills: Excellent communication skills, comfortable using Excel or similar spreadsheet tools, highly organized, attention to details, and able to multitask.
• Bonus: A GPA of 3.0 or higher, coupled with a strong desire to take on new challenges with a positive attitude.