Accounting Intern

W J DEUTSCH & SONS LTD•Stamford, CT

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

CHEERS! Founded in 1981, Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits markets quality wines produced by prestigious families from major wine regions of the world. With our headquarters in Stamford, CT, DFWS is the 4th largest wine company with one of the fastest growing spirits portfolios. With our family values and unique culture, DFWS was recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in the U.S. from 2022-2025. Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits is currently seeking an Accounting Intern to join our Accounting Internship Program for the Summer of 2026. This program will provide students with the opportunity to gain real-world experience, gain a comprehensive understanding of the various functions within our business and prepare students with the kind of experience needed to have a rewarding career. The Accounting Intern will typically support one or more experienced Accounting team in performance of assignments and spending time shadowing actual operations. The intern will also be presented with a unique assignment that will challenge them to think strategically and collaborate with other cross-functional partners. The intern will be expected to make a final presentation to the Leadership Team at the end of the summer.

Requirements

Accounting or Business Management major entering senior year of college with strong GPA.
Basic understanding of finance and accounting principles.
Intermediate Excel experience required (i.e. working knowledge of pivot tables, V-look ups, etc.).
Project management skills: strong work ethic and ability to meet project deadlines.
Analytical skills: ability to gather and analyze data and develop insights.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated individual with the desire to learn.

Responsibilities

Support General Accounting in account reconciliation to ensure accuracy of financial records.
Assist with preparing journal entries for cash reconciliations.
Support Treasury with reviewing daily cash positions and reconciliation of cash inflows and outflows.
Assist with the preparation of state excise tax returns.
Support Accounts Payable team with reviewing and verifying vendor invoices for accuracy and resolving discrepancies.
Assist with expense report processing and filing.
Assist with fiscal year external audit test work.
Support Production Accounting team for wine production.
Expand your skills in overall accounting management.
Completing both short-term assignments given to support the day-to-day business as well as one summer long strategic project that will be formally presented at the end of the internship.
Work in teams and with colleagues in a professional manner.