Accounting Intern (Summer 2027)

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Sparks, NV

5d

About The Position

The Accounting Intern will participate in a comprehensive summer internship program in an aerospace and defense environment, gaining hands-on experience through real-world projects and involvement in company operations. The intern will work alongside industry experts and have opportunities for mentoring and cross-functional workshops. SNC’s corporate team provides strategic direction and business support across executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications.

The intern will support a range of accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, and consolidations. The role involves preparing, analyzing, reviewing, verifying, and reconciling accounting records and financial reports, maintaining accurate financial records, investigating data, and recommending actions to resolve discrepancies. The position may be performed in an office or hybrid environment, and travel may be required.

Requirements

• Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in college or technical school, with at least six months remaining until graduation after the internship ends.
• Currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Relevant experience.
• Pursuing a career in the accounting profession.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and work ethic; detail-oriented.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Accounting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting functions including general ledger, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, and consolidations.
• Prepare, analyze, review, verify, and reconcile accounting records and financial reports.
• Establish and maintain accurate financial records.
• Identify and investigate data and recommend actions to resolve discrepancies.
• Participate in real-world company projects, mentoring, and cross-functional workshops.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%.
• Life insurance.
• Three weeks of paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern