Accounting Intern

Job Description

General Accounting Intern | Group 1 Automotive

The Tone:
This is an internship at Group 1 Automotive, located in Houston, TX. Group 1 Automotive is a Fortune 250 leader in global automotive retail, operating over 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom, and is the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S. The company delivers a fully integrated automotive experience, encompassing vehicle sales, financing, aftersales service, and digital retail solutions. This role provides hands-on experience within the Corporate Accounting team, contributing to the financial integrity and performance of a large, publicly traded organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person Houston, TX
• Team: Corporate Accounting team, reporting to Accounting Manager
• Mission: Support the financial integrity and performance of the organization by contributing to day-to-day accounting activities and projects.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• General Accounting: Assist with general accounting processes and day-to-day accounting activities.
• Month-End Close: Participate in month-end financial close activities.
• Reconciliations: Assist with account reconciliations and research discrepancies as needed.
• Financial Reporting: Support financial analysis and reporting activities.
• Data Maintenance: Help maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Currently enrolled in a degree program in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Preferred minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA.
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities, strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bonus: Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines; ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team; willingness to learn, ask questions, and take on new responsibilities.