Accounting Internship - Summer 2027

Highgate; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Highgate invites students to join its Select Service Accounting division as a summer Accounting Intern. This 10-week program (June–August) is based at the Irving, TX corporate office, with responsibilities spanning AP/AR support, GL coding reviews, and monthly financial close activities.

Gain hands-on exposure to hotel financials, work with seasoned accounting professionals, and develop accounting and analytical skills to support reporting and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality Finance (in progress).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail required.
• Must be organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Learn how the Accounting team functions at Highgate.
• Provide support to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Assist with reviewing purchase orders for accurate GL coding.
• Support monthly financial reporting, journal entries, and P&L reviews.
• Assist with various accounting projects and initiatives.
• Multitask and prioritize assignments to meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of company and financial information.

Skills

analytical skills

attention to detail

communication

teamwork

self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance (in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.

With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.www.highgate.com

Location

Highgate Corporate Offices Irving, TX

Overview

Join Highgate this summer for an exciting opportunity with our Select Service Accounting division as an Accounting Intern!

Our 2027 Accounting Internship gives you the opportunity to explore the business side of hospitality and learn how hotel accounting supports financial performance across a portfolio. You’ll work alongside experienced Accounting professionals, gain exposure to real hotel financials, and begin developing the accounting and analytical skills that help drive accurate reporting and informed business decisions. Our internship begins in June and is based at our Corporate Offices in Irving, TX.

Responsibilities

• Learn how the Accounting team functions at Highgate.
• Provide support to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Assist with reviewing purchase orders for accurate GL coding.
• Support monthly financial reporting, journal entries, and P&L reviews.
• Assist with various accounting projects and initiatives.
• Multitask and prioritize assignments to meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of company and financial information.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality Finance (in progress) or a similar degree.
• Minimum Junior status.
• Knowledge of accounting and/or finance principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables and reports) and PowerPoint skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Must be organized with the ability to work accurately in a time efficient manner.
• Demonstrated communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to participate in a summer internship program of 10 weeks (June to August).
• Must reside in Dallas, TX during the internship and work onsite in Irving, TX.
• Salary - $20/hour for 40-hour week, with a duration of 10 weeks.