Controllership Internship – Accounting Financial Reporting

Job Description

Internship – Controllership & Fixed Asset Accounting (Summer 2027) | Universal Orlando Resort

The Tone:
This is an internship at Universal Orlando Resort, located in Orlando, FL. Universal Destinations & Experiences is dedicated to creating immersive and unforgettable experiences for guests worldwide. This role is crucial for supporting the core Controllership function, providing essential hands-on experience in financial reporting and accounting processes. By participating, interns will contribute to maintaining financial accuracy and compliance within a large-scale corporate environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary, Seasonal
• Location: In-person Orlando, FL

• Team: Controllership function
• Mission: Support key accounting and financial reporting processes, ensure compliance with standards, and contribute to fixed asset lifecycle management.
• Tech Stack: SAP, Excel, Microsoft Office applications, financial reporting tools, data automation tools

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Close Assistance: Assist with monthly and quarterly financial close activities, including the review of data requests essential for quarterly reporting.
• Transaction Recording: Prepare journal entries to accurately record various business transactions in adherence to accounting principles.
• Reconciliation and Support: Prepare detailed account reconciliations and supporting schedules to ensure financial data integrity.
• Capital & Fixed Asset Support: Provide assistance with capital project accounting and fixed asset lifecycle management activities.
• Reporting & Analysis: Utilize SAP and other financial systems to extract, analyze, and support the preparation of management reporting packages.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Support the internal audit process, perform testing procedures, and review accounting transactions for compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting standards.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently pursuing a Bachelor or Graduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, with a current class standing of Junior or above.
• Experience: No specific prior work experience required beyond current enrollment in an accredited institution; coursework in Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Intermediate Accounting, or Corporate Finance is preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, strong attention to detail and accuracy, problem-solving skills with an ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies, strong written and verbal communication skills, and intellectual curiosity with an eagerness to learn.
• Bonus: An interest in pursuing a career in Accounting or Audit, and an understanding of data automation tools.