Accounting Intern - Augusta, GA (Fall 2024)

Equity Residential

Jul 1

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Accounting & Tax
Banking & Finance
Augusta

Requirements

Prefer candidates pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Familiarity and previous experience with Google Applications (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets), Excel and Essbase are also preferred.
Ability to effectively and objectively communicate and work with internal and external customers, as well as strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail.
Must be comfortable working autonomously and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines.
Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States (currently, we are not offering this program under OPT or CPT or sponsoring work visas for these roles).

Responsibilities

The Accounting Intern will work closely with the Corporate Augusta Accounting teams to coordinate and facilitate activities that ultimately drive our strategy forward. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience and exposure to various functional areas, such as: property accounting, accounts payable, utilities, and contract administration.
Network, develop and maintain relationships with relevant internal and external business partners to identify and execute key deliverables.
Participate in meetings and observe the process of collaborative, strategic communications. Understand how different departments work cross functionally to develop and manage business processes and execute operational goals.
Opportunity to collaborate with members of the Financial Reporting and Corporate Accounting teams on various projects and strategic initiatives.
Provide internal and external auditor assistance as necessary, including fielding questions or gathering supporting work papers as requested.
Variance analysis and reconcile cash activity for multiple residential entities.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Accounting Intern position in Augusta, GA?

Candidates preferably should be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Familiarity with Google Applications, Excel, and Essbase is preferred. Strong communication skills, analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment are also necessary. Additionally, candidates must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

What will the intern be doing during their time at Equity Residential?

The Accounting Intern will work closely with the Corporate Augusta Accounting teams to assist with tasks related to property accounting, accounts payable, utilities, contract administration, and variance analysis. They will also collaborate with various departments, participate in meetings, and work on strategic initiatives. Additionally, they may provide auditor assistance and reconcile cash activity for multiple residential entities.

Is this internship program open to candidates on OPT or CPT visas?

Currently, Equity Residential is not offering the Accounting Intern program to individuals on OPT or CPT visas, nor are they sponsoring work visas for these roles. Candidates must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States to be eligible for this internship.

What can interns expect to gain from this internship program?

Interns can expect to gain hands-on experience in the day-to-day operations of a REIT, exposure to various functional areas within the industry, and the opportunity to network with internal and external business partners. They will also have the chance to work on projects, collaborate with different departments, and develop their analytical and communication skills.

Equity Residential

Creating communities where people thrive.™

Real Estate

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1967

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Equity Residential (NYSE: EQR) is one of the nation’s largest publicly traded owners and operators of high-quality rental apartment properties and we were one of the first real estate firms included in the S&P 500. At Equity Residential, our Purpose is Creating Communities Where People Thrive. Diversity and Inclusion, Sustainability, Social Responsibility, and Total Wellbeing are key drivers in our commitment to creating the best apartment communities for people to live, work, and play. Our portfolio of approximately 78,000 apartments in Boston, New York, Washington D.C, Southern California, San Francisco, Seattle and Denver is focused in urban and high-density suburban locations. Our employees -- about 2,600 strong -- are really good at what they do, work hard and enjoy the ride, appreciate the community at large and value the contributions of others. At Equity, we take pride in providing a culture where employees can be themselves and be heard and where our residents Live Remarkably.