Accounting Intern

Trinity Capital Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Capital Inc. is seeking a part-time Accounting Intern to join our Finance Department in Phoenix, Arizona. The internship provides hands-on experience in GAAP accounting, financial reporting, and exposure to treasury and FP&A activities.

You will assist with daily accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and SOX controls while developing advanced Excel skills and ERP familiarity. Ideal candidates are accounting majors with a 3.5+ GPA who are detail-oriented and well organized.

Qualifications

• Solid working knowledge of GAAP and strong financial analysis skills.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized and able to perform under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day accounting and loan servicing.
• Assist with month-end close, GAAP financial statements, and supporting documentation.
• Perform account reconciliations and variance analyses.
• Help ensure AP activities comply with internal controls and SOX requirements.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Valuations, and Treasury teams on projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Organization

Effective communication

Education

Upperclassman in Accounting Major

GPA 3.5+

Intermediate Accounting completed

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) is an international alternative asset manager that seeks to deliver consistent returns for investors through access to private credit markets. We are looking for an eager professional to join our world-class team as a part-time Accounting Intern in Phoenix, Arizona.

Job Description

The Accounting Internship offers hands-on experience in the Trinity Capital Finance Department focusing on Financial Accounting & Reporting with exposure to Treasury, Financial Planning & Analysis, and Investment Valuation. The Intern will develop a broad understanding of corporate accounting, treasury and reporting operations as well as gain experience within ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

To be successful as an Accounting Intern, you should have a solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and strong financial analysis skills including strong Excel skills, be detail-oriented, highly organized, and perform under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day accounting and loan servicing.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly closing procedures, GAAP financial statements, and the preparation of supporting documentation.
• Perform account reconciliations and variance analyses.
• Help ensure AP activities comply with internal controls and SOX requirements.
• Perform other accounting duties as required or assigned.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Valuations, and Treasury teams on projects.

Characteristics

• Analytical: skilled at research and problem-solving
• Efficient: highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver assignments on time with minimal oversight and management
• Self-motivated: hands-on, self-starter with the ability to work independently in a high-volume environment that requires a work product that is highly accurate and timely
• Professional: exhibits appropriate decorum with internal and external stakeholders
• Trustworthy: demonstrates a high level of integrity, honesty, and respect
• Technologically astute: comfortable with complex software platforms and databases; willing to learn new tools.
• Good communicator: excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills
• Growth-oriented: committed to professional growth, ongoing process improvement and team development.
• Flexible: able to thrive in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment while serving the needs of multiple entities

Experience

• Upperclassman in Accounting Major
• Overall GPA of 3.5 or better (on a 4.0 scale)
• Knowledge of financial statement production, including balance sheet; income statement; and general ledger
• Financial analysis skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly with Excel
• Completion of Intermediate Accounting or equivalent preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, talk, utilize a computer, and read computer screens for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

Other

Schedule Requirements: Up to 28 hours/week

Trinity is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.