Textron - Accounting Internship

Company Info:

While we take great pride in our long history, we are even more excited by the future. Our vision is to be the premier multi-industry company, recognized for our powerful brands, world-class enterprise processes and talented people. By placing customers first in everything we do, Textron continues to grow as an industry leader with strong brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna Aircraft, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO and Greenlee, among others.

Internship Info:

Responsible for assisting members of the Controller’s department, in both daily activities and special projects to learn, understand and gain experience related to compensation & benefits, pensions/ health & welfare, and/or US government accounting & compliance.

Position is year-round, part-time (up to 25 hours) during school semesters (flexible schedule) and full-time (up to 40 hours) during breaks. Possibility for occasional weekend work or overtime on an infrequent basis.

Intern Responsibilities:

• Assist with collection of compensation and benefit data from divisions and other
  departments; consolidate as necessary and prepare report submissions.
  
• Assist with general ledger account reconciliations.
  
• Assist in the monthly closing process as needed.
  
• Create and maintain various financial reporting spreadsheets.
  
• Participate in special projects as needed.
  
• Prepare quarterly and annual government reports 
  

Location:

Textron World Headquarters, 40 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 

Intern Requirements:

•   Education Requirement
  Ideal candidate will be sophomore/juniors – seniors should only apply if they will be going to graduate school full time.
  We are looking for a student that will be able to commit to long term internship (desired time period is 2+ years).
  
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•   Prior Relevant Work Experience (Years and Type)
  Prefer some experience working in a professional environment though not
  required.
  Ideal candidate will:
  
• Be proficient in MS Word
  
• Be proficient in MS Excel
  
• Have strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  
• Be action-oriented and able to multi-task effectively
  
• Be a team player
  
• Be in Sophomore, Junior or Senior year working towards BS in Accounting
  (seniors should be planning on attending graduate school)
  Successful candidate will be trained to use Lawson general ledger software and Hyperion Financial Management financial reporting software. Candidate will also be exposed to general ledger activity, pensions/health & welfare, compensation & benefits, government accounting, and some SEC reporting based upon the relevant group (Benefits or Government).

To Apply:

Submit your resume and a one-page cover letter to the link below.

0. https://textron.taleo.net/careersection/textron/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=223151