2027 Summer Accounting Intern

Bourn Companies • Tucson, AZ

20h

About The Position

This paid summer internship provides hands-on experience with Bourn Companies’ accounting team. The intern will learn accounting processes and financial information that support real estate development decisions, build practical accounting skills, and contribute to day-to-day accounting activities in a fast-moving environment. Training and exposure will span core accounting activities, including journal entries, month- and year-end close, reconciliations, financial records, and accounts payable and receivable.

Bourn Companies has worked for more than 35 years on projects totaling more than 6 million square feet across the Southwest. Its portfolio includes residential, office, retail, hospitality, and entertainment developments. The accounting team supports project success through standardized accounting and reporting, project pro formas, and customized analytics used to evaluate opportunities, costs, and value creation.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Base knowledge of accounting through coursework and/or experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize activities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Desire and ability to quickly learn, retain, and apply detailed information.
• Ability to prioritize in an environment of frequent change.
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and accountability.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship or work experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and posting journal entries.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities and learn how financial information is reviewed and finalized.
• Assist with bank statement and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Help maintain and update accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Gain exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoices, and transaction processing.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern