Retail Staff Accountant - Intern

Retail Staff Accountant Intern

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Retail Staff Accountant Intern to join our team. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience in general ledger accounting functions and reconciliations required for the Retail Group. The intern will provide valuable support in the presentation of financial materials, assist with various accounting projects, and serve as the primary accounting interface for our home center locations as assigned. This position will provide exposure to key accounting functions, including month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in executing daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger procedures.
• Support the Retail and GAAP close processes
• Assist with GL account reconciliations
• Help maintain fixed asset records and assist with journal entries as needed.
• Support P&L analysis and reporting activities.
• Provide general administrative support related to accounting functions and projects.
• Work closely with accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Extensive Excel knowledge and application.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and a team player.
• Ability to communicate effectively with personnel at all levels of the organization.
• Familiarity with Sequel Viewpoint, Cognos, Access, or other financial software is a plus.
• Knowledge of Global Financial Software and/or Oracle ERP is preferred, but not required.

Why Clayton:

• Holidays (Memorial Day and Independence Day)
• On-site restaurant and work out facility
• A Berkshire Hathaway Company - an integrity-based organization offering unlimited career growth
• Clayton is proud to have earned spots on the following Forbes lists: America’s Best Employers, America’s Best Employers by State, Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers for Women
• At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs

Clayton is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, Employee Assistance Programs, paid time off, paid holidays and more.

As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.

At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs.

Home Centers are closed on Sundays – we believe in offering a balanced working environment.

Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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Clayton Retail