Intern - Accounting at Flint Holding Company LLC

Kansas City, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting, Financial Reporting, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills, Microsoft Excel, Team Collaboration

Industry

Consumer Services

Description

Description Location: Flint Headquarters: Kansas City, MO Duration: 10-Week Program (Summer 2025) Application Deadline: About Flint Group: Flint Group is a leading investment holding company focused on creating long-term value by partnering with and supporting privately held operating companies. Unlike traditional private equity firms, Flint Group operates with a long-term ownership mindset, emphasizing disciplined financial management, operational excellence, and sustainable growth across its portfolio of businesses. The corporate finance and accounting team at Flint Group plays a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and scalable accounting processes across a decentralized, multi-entity organization. Program Overview: The Flint Group Accounting Summer Internship Program is a 10-week immersive experience designed for students pursuing careers in accounting or financial reporting. Interns will gain hands-on exposure to real-world corporate accounting by supporting monthly close processes, building and maintaining account reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting and documentation. Interns will work closely with Flint Group’s accounting leadership and brand-level finance teams, contributing meaningful work that directly supports accurate financial statements and strong accounting operations across the organization. By the end of the internship, participants will have practical experience applying accounting concepts in a professional environment and a clearer understanding of corporate accounting within a multi-entity structure. Key Responsibilities: Accounting & Close Support Assist with monthly close activities, including preparing journal entries, schedules, and supporting documentation Support the corporate accounting team in meeting close timelines and accuracy standards Account Reconciliations Build, maintain, and improve balance sheet account reconciliations (cash, prepaid expenses, accruals, intercompany, and other key accounts) Investigate and help resolve reconciling items in coordination with accounting team members Financial Data & Reporting Assist with tying out financial data between systems and reports Support the preparation of internal financial schedules and variance analyses Process Improvement & Documentation Help document accounting processes and reconciliation procedures Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, clarity, and consistency within accounting workflows Cross-Team Collaboration Work with corporate and brand-level accounting teams to gather information and ensure accurate financial data Communicate clearly regarding open items, questions, and follow-ups Capstone Project & Presentation Complete a final project focused on an accounting process improvement, reconciliation framework, or close-related analysis Present findings and recommendations to accounting leadership at the conclusion of the internship What You’ll Gain: Hands-On Accounting Experience: Practical exposure to real-world accounting operations in a growing, multi-entity organization Reconciliation & Close Experience: Direct experience preparing and maintaining balance sheet account reconciliations, supporting monthly close procedures, and ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data—skills highly transferable to audit and assurance roles Controls & Documentation Exposure: Experience supporting internal accounting processes, documentation standards, and reconciliation best practices that align with audit, SOX, and internal control frameworks Professional Mentorship: Guidance from experienced accounting leaders with corporate and operational backgrounds Career Clarity: Insight into corporate accounting, controllership, and long-term accounting career paths Meaningful, Resume-Ready Work: Contributions that directly support accurate financial statements and withstand audit scrutiny—providing strong, concrete experience to discuss in CPA and public accounting interviews The Right Candidate Will Possess: Strong interest in accounting, financial reporting, or controllership High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team Comfort working with numbers, schedules, and structured processes Clear written and verbal communication skills Required Qualifications: Academic Standing: Currently a Sophomore or Junior with a GPA of 3.75 or higher. Coursework: Completion of at least two accounting courses (e.g., Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Intermediate Accounting) Career Interest: Intent to pursue a career in accounting, audit, or financial reporting (CPA-track students encouraged) Analytical Mindset: Ability to analyze data and develop insights that contribute to strategic decision-making. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting systems is a plus but not required Why Join Flint Group? Real Accounting Work: Not a shadowing role—this internship provides real responsibility and deliverables Mentorship & Learning: Work closely with experienced professionals in investment management, operations, and strategy, receiving hands-on mentorship and guidance throughout the internship. Strong Foundation: Build skills that translate directly to public accounting, corporate accounting, or controllership roles Inclusive Culture: Join a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative team of curious and driven individuals committed to personal and professional growth. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript by applying on our careers page: https://flintg.com/careers We look forward to reviewing your application and seeing how you can contribute to the success of Flint Group! Requirements Academic Standing: Currently a Sophomore or Junior with a GPA of 3.75 or higher. Coursework: Completion of at least two accounting courses (e.g., Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Intermediate Accounting) Career Interest: Intent to pursue a career in accounting, audit, or financial reporting (CPA-track students encouraged) Analytical Mindset: Ability to analyze data and develop insights that contribute to strategic decision-making. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting systems is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Interns will assist with monthly close activities, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. They will also work on process improvement and collaborate with various accounting teams.