Accounting Intern
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Join one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the furniture industry. For over 25 years, Four Hands has been a leading designer and wholesaler of furniture and décor, helping people create spaces that feel like home.
Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and named one of Austin’s Top Workplaces year after year. We invest in exceptional people — with a team of over 800 and growing — fostering our employees’ careers and celebrating them at every step of the way. Four Hands is where passion meets purpose and where your next chapter begins.
The team is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Intern to join our dynamic team. As an Accounting Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in various accounting tasks, including credit application management, invoice processing, month end close, and compliance with our internal systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in a professional setting, working alongside experienced accountants and contributing to the success of our organization.
This position is expected to start in January 2027 and continue through the entire Spring 2027 term (through April 2027). Our internships are 12 weeks and on-site in Austin, TX.
In This Role
- Gain hands-on exposure to the full sales and use tax lifecycle using Avalara
- Learn how to manage customer credit applications within Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)
- Assist in responding to customer requests by gathering and providing required documentation
- Support invoice processing, research discrepancies, and help troubleshoot issues
- Help ensure compliance within the procurement system by reviewing processes and documentation
- Review cost center expenses to ensure accuracy and identify trends and insights
- Prepare account reconciliations using Blackline and submit for review
- Participate in the month-end close process, gaining insight into financial reporting cycles
- Collaborate with functional leaders and cross-functional teams to help build efficient, scalable processes
- Other duties as assigned, in accordance with training and qualifications
- Uphold the Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands Team
- Be open and honest
- Reach for excellence
- Act with responsibility
- Value the whole person
- Enjoy the journey
The Ideal Person
- Currently pursuing an accounting degree
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles preferred
- Exposure to Microsoft Office (Excel) and PowerBI/Tableau
About Four Hands
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, since 1996, Four Hands crafts furniture, art and décor — pieces that are all about creating space. Timeless, thoughtful designs with endless possibilities. Pieces meant to be experienced and form a whole that feels like home.
Our trade customers range from interior designers to large retailers who rely on our expertise to grow and guide their business to success. We treat our partners as part of the Four Hands family, championing them and rooting for their every win.
And, we are constantly pursuing better — from sourcing the finest materials and finishes to seeking fresh inspiration to elevate our designs — we are never settled, never done.
Four Hands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Four Hands recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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Skills
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Basics
First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Location
Short answers (7)
- Preferred First Name optional
- What is your desired hourly rate?
- Were you referred by a Four Hands employee? If yes, provide their full name and your relationship to them (friend, former coworker, family member, significant other, etc.)
- LinkedIn Profile optional
- Website optional
- What is your anticipated graduation date?
- How many hours are you avaialble to work during your internship?
Pick from a list (1)
- Are you currently on an F-1 Visa? (please note: This position is only open to candidates with permanent U.S. work authorization. We are unable to sponsor or accept CPT/OPT candidates.)
Written answers (1)
- In 150 characters or fewer, tell us what makes you unique. Try to be creative and say something that will catch our eye.