Corporate Accounting Intern

Woda Cooper•Columbus, OH

About The Position

Corporate Accounting Intern Who We Are: Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is a rapidly growing development, construction, and property management organization dedicated to the creation of quality affordable housing to benefit those who need it most. We are an employee-owned, passion-driven group that changes each community of which we are a part. We manage over 16,000 housing units in 18 states, proudly serving seniors, veterans, and other economically challenged groups. We seek ambitious, talented individuals who want to grow with a rapidly expanding company whose success is not only measured in dollars and cents, but in lives changed. With a development portfolio of $1.5 billion, Woda Cooper consistently ranks among the top affordable housing developers and owners in the country by Affordable Housing Finance. Position Summary: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our accounting team as a Corporate Accounting Intern. This internship offers hands-on experience in corporate accounting practices, financial analysis, and reporting within a fast-paced corporate environment. As an intern, you will work closely with experienced professionals, gaining insight into various aspects of financial management and contributing to the overall success of the finance department.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Careful attention to detail.
Strong time management skills to ensure adherence to established deadlines.
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Strong academic record with coursework in accounting principles, financial reporting, and/or corporate finance.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities
Support month‑end processes (journal entries, reconciliations, documentation) – on our easier entities that typically do not have much happening.
Prepare and maintain ad hoc Excel schedules and basic financial reports – WMRE & Property – Billings vs Payments
Assist with account reconciliations and variance analysis – WMRE & Property – AR vs AP
Review current SOPs on all tasks. Make sure they are fully comprehensive and suggest any adjustments or additions.