Accounting Intern

Lakeside Book Company; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k with company match

Career growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Employee appreciation & recognition

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company in Nashville invites applications for an accounting internship. You will support day-to-day accounting tasks, document and test processes, and assist with budgeting and forecasting while engaging in ad hoc reporting. The role suits juniors or seniors pursuing accounting or finance degrees with strong Excel skills.

The program runs ~12 weeks (Sept–Dec 18, 2026) at about 25 hours per week, paying $22/hour. Lakeside emphasizes learning, mentorship, and real business impact.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance with minimum GPA 3.0.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with MS Office.
• Self-motivated, organized and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Detail-oriented with solid analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting activities, including account analysis, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Help document, test, and improve accounting processes.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Contribute to special projects and ad hoc reporting as needed.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our Safety Culture

The safety and health of our employees is this company's most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries. Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work. We welcome our veterans to apply!

Location

Nashville, TN

Pay

$22/hour

Work Schedule

~25 hours per week

Length of Internship

Approx. 12 weeks (September - December 18, 2026)

What You'll Do

• Support day-to-day accounting activities, including account analysis, reconciliations, and journal entries


• Help document, test, and improve accounting processes


• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis


• Contribute to special projects and ad hoc reporting as needed

Who You Are

• Junior or Senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance


• Minimum GPA of 3.0


• Strong Excel skills and general proficiency with Microsoft Office


• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities


• Detail-oriented with solid analytical and communication skills


• Team-focused and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Why Intern at Lakeside

• Hands-on experience working on business-impacting projects


• Exposure to enterprise-level accounting and finance strategy and operations


• Mentorship from industry professionals


• Build in-demand skills that boost your career


• Be part of a supportive, innovative, and forward thinking team

What we offer you

• Paid time off


• Medical, dental, and vision benefits


• 401k with company match


• Career growth opportunities


• Employee Assistance Program


• Employee appreciation & recognition programs

About Us

Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Lakeside Book Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions please contact [e-mail].

*This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company's discretion.