Accounting Intern in Nashville, Tennessee at eCard Systems

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Intern to support our Finance team during a high-volume operational period. This role is designed for an accounting major in their junior or senior year who is interested in gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

The internship will provide exposure to both core accounting functions and operational finance processes, with a strong emphasis on data integrity, system improvements, and cross-functional support.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Transactional Support

• Assist with processing Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs) and related financial adjustments, gaining exposure to revenue and customer impact.
• Support customer change orders, including issuing credits and invoices prior to shipment
• Perform data entry and validation to ensure accuracy of financial records
• Other ad hoc accounting tasks
• Assist with account reconciliations and month-end close activities
• Support preparation of journal entries under supervision

Operational & Project-Based Work

• Support system clean-up initiatives to improve data accuracy and reporting reliability
• Assist with updating and maintaining financial and operational data within ERP system
• Participate in process improvement projects aimed at increasing efficiency and internal controls
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Order Management, Customer Support, etc.) to resolve discrepancies

Customer & Administrative Support

• Provide general administrative support to the Finance team as needed
• Respond to customer and internal inquiries via phone and email in a professional manner

What You Will Gain

• Exposure to the full order-to-cash lifecycle
• Practical, hands-on accounting experience in a real-world business environment
• Exposure to ERP systems and financial operations processes
• Involvement in meaningful projects that impact data integrity and operational efficiency
• Insight into cross-functional business operations within a growing company
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite in a live business environment
• Foundational experience supporting the month-end close process
• Practical understanding of how accounting impacts operations and revenue

Work Schedule

• Part-time or full-time hours available based on candidate availability
• Schedule flexibility may be considered around academic commitments

Compensation

• Hourly rate based on experience

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Junior or Senior standing preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) is a plus
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment