Accounting Intern

Stein Garden Centers, Inc.; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Stein Garden Centers, Inc. is seeking an Accounting Intern to support Accounts Payable activities and data maintenance at our Milwaukee location. This part-time internship offers hands-on experience in a retail accounting setting while collaborating with Accounting, Purchasing, HR, and Operations teams.

You will develop practical accounting, analytical, and business process improvement skills, handling invoice processing, reconciliations, and reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Completed introductory accounting coursework preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with invoice entry, coding, and verification to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation and research discrepancies.
• Help maintain vendor records, including W-9s, tax information, and contact data.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding payment status and invoice issues.
• Support weekly check runs and electronic payment processing.
• Assist with month-end Accounts Payable reconciliations and journal entries.
• Participate in special accounting and finance projects focused on process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Assist with data analysis, report development, and documentation of accounting procedures.
• Compile and analyze financial and operational data for management review.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects involving inventory, purchasing, and store operations.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Provide administrative support to the Accounting team as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Accounting/Finance/Business degree (pursuing)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Position: Accounting Intern

Reports to: Controller

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Type: Part-Time / Internship, Non-Exempt

Summary: The Accounting Intern supports the Accounting team through Accounts Payable activities, financial data maintenance, reconciliations, reporting, and special project work. This role provides hands‑on experience in a retail accounting environment while developing practical accounting, analytical, and business process improvement skills. The intern will work closely with Accounting, Purchasing, Human Resources, and Operations teams to support accurate financial records and operational efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Accounts Payable Responsibilities:

• Assist with invoice entry, coding, and verification to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation and research discrepancies.
• Help maintain vendor records, including W-9s, tax information, and contact data.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding payment status and invoice issues.
• Support weekly check runs and electronic payment processing.
• Assist with month-end Accounts Payable reconciliations and journal entries.

Project Work and Financial Analysis:

• Participate in special accounting and finance projects focused on process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Assist with data analysis, report development, and documentation of accounting procedures.
• Compile and analyze financial and operational data for management review.
• Assist with account reconciliations and research assignments.
• Create spreadsheets and reports to support departmental initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects involving inventory, purchasing, and store operations.

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Provide administrative support to the Accounting team as needed.
• Perform additional duties and special assignments as requested.

Employment Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Completed introductory accounting coursework preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to sit and stand; reach with hands and arms; walk and talk or hear. The associate is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 3 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Company Description

Stein's is committed to being your trusted local resource that has what you need to create the garden, outdoor living and home of your dreams. Let us help you grow!