Retail Staff Accountant - Intern

Clayton•Maryville, TN

34d

About The Position

Retail Staff Accountant Intern We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Retail Staff Accountant Intern to join our team. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience in general ledger accounting functions and reconciliations required for the Retail Group. The intern will provide valuable support in the presentation of financial materials, assist with various accounting projects, and serve as the primary accounting interface for our home center locations as assigned. This position will provide exposure to key accounting functions, including month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger management.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
Extensive Excel knowledge and application.
Strong problem-solving abilities and organizational skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Self-motivated, flexible, and a team player.
Ability to communicate effectively with personnel at all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Sequel Viewpoint, Cognos, Access, or other financial software is a plus.
Knowledge of Global Financial Software and/or Oracle ERP is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist in executing daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger procedures.
Support the Retail and GAAP close processes
Assist with GL account reconciliations
Help maintain fixed asset records and assist with journal entries as needed.
Support P&L analysis and reporting activities.
Provide general administrative support related to accounting functions and projects.
Work closely with accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Benefits

Holidays (Memorial Day and Independence Day)
On-site restaurant and work out facility
A Berkshire Hathaway Company - an integrity-based organization offering unlimited career growth
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At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs
Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package.
Clayton provides competitive 401K programs including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals.
Additional benefits include paid parental leave, Employee Assistance Programs, paid time off, paid holidays and more.
As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.
Home Centers are closed on Sundays – we believe in offering a balanced working environment.