About the role#
The Controllership organization manages the recording of business activities, the integrity of financial reporting, and the processes that support growth. We are hiring four interns to join specific teams including Accounts Receivable, Controls, Product Accounting, and Corporate Accounting. You will work with experienced teammates and cross-functional partners on accounting, data, systems, and process-improvement projects.
What you'll do#
- Support core activities like accounts receivable operations, monthly and quarterly close, financial reporting, product accounting, or internal controls.
- Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and variance analysis.
- Analyze large financial and operational datasets using SQL, Google Sheets, and AI tools to identify trends, data-quality issues, or control gaps.
- Support order-to-cash processes such as invoicing, collections, and cash application.
- Research accounting questions and prepare documentation with guidance from accountants.
- Assist with the design, testing, and improvement of accounting processes and internal controls.
- Partner with stakeholders across Finance, Product, Engineering, Operations, Legal, and other departments to resolve issues.
- Drive process improvement, automation, and reporting enhancements.
- Complete and present a project or case study to the team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a master’s degree program for Accounting, Finance, Economics, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
- Foundational understanding of accounting principles and financial statements through coursework or projects.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office, specifically with analyzing large datasets.
- Experience using SQL to query and validate data.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to solve problems and bring structure to ambiguous tasks.
- A solution-oriented mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Preferred: Experience with Python, data visualization tools, ERP systems, or AI for financial analysis. Coursework in Intermediate Accounting, audit, or data analytics is also a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington.
- Type: Full-time, on-site internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Stripe
Stripe builds programmable financial services for businesses. The company provides tools for accepting payments and managing revenue. It serves a range of clients from startups to large enterprises. Founded in 2010, the firm maintains headquarters in South San Francisco and Dublin. It employs over 17,000 people across multiple global offices.
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