Corporate Accounting Intern

Southwire Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching & Pension Plan

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC is seeking a Summer Intern to support Corporate Accounting’s lease accounting transformation, focusing on migrating lease data to a new platform and centralizing lease accounting.

You will gain hands-on experience with data integrity, system testing, process documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, with exposure to real-world accounting workflows and an opportunity for future full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Data Analytics or related field.
• Introductory accounting coursework completed; lease accounting exposure is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with large structured data.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing, cleansing and validating lease data for migration.
• Reconcile data to lease agreements and accounting records; document differences.
• Support data mapping, conversion, and identify missing or duplicate information.
• Execute system and user acceptance test scenarios; document results and issues.
• Validate migrated data and calculations for completeness and accuracy.
• Help develop process docs and control support for centralized lease accounting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve data or process issues.
• Summarize status and recommendations for project expo.
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Finance/Accounting/IS/Data Analytics degree

Tools

Power Query

Job description

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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal‑clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value‑add partner.

The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to provide valuable experience to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our goal is to give students meaningful work that builds on what they are learning in the classroom. Our programs are project based. Students will receive a project at the beginning of the summer and present it in our project expo at the end of the summer. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well‑being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Location:Atlanta Battery

Shift: May 17th-Aug 6th

Pay Rate: $20.00– $23.00

Job Description

Job Summary/Objective:
The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to help early career professionals bring together formal learning and

productive work to improve their ability to transition from school to work. Southwire provides interns and co-ops with

“real world” applications of their academic studies, helpful feedback and coaching, and consideration for employment

after graduation. Each student will have a variety of responsibilities and assigned projects that relate to their field of

study and be responsible for developing a timeline, progress updates, and final delivery in a senior leadership expo.

Note: All new interns and co-ops must begin in the summer rotation.

Ready to explore new horizons in your own development as a Southwire Intern or Co-op and help us power what’s possible?

Key Responsibilities
Your intern assignment is generally 10-12 weeks, and co-op assignment is generally 16-18 weeks and

will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work.

You will also collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational

leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves.

You will be provided a robust developmental experience through an immersive onboarding and

offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and

You will have the opportunity to impact the future of the organization, all the while being exposed to

a world‑class program community.

Finally, our rising senior interns and co-ops are considered for full‑time employment opportunities.

Long Description

Position Summary

The 2027 Summer Intern will support Corporate Accounting’s lease accounting transformation, with a primary focus on migrating lease data to a new software platform and helping centralize lease accounting across Southwire. This role will provide hands‑on experience in data integrity, system migration, testing, process documentation, and core lease accounting activities. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, comfortable working with structured data, grounded in fundamental accounting concepts, and curious enough to investigate issues through resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing, cleansing, organizing, and validating lease data for migration to the new lease accounting software.
• Reconcile source data to lease agreements, accounting records, and system reports; investigate and document differences.
• Support data mapping and conversion activities, including identifying missing, inconsistent, or duplicate information.
• Execute defined system and user acceptance test scenarios; document results, defects, and follow‑up items.
• Validate migrated lease data and system calculations for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist in developing process documentation, standard operating procedures, and control support for centralized lease accounting.
• Collaborate with Corporate Accounting and cross‑functional stakeholders to gather information and resolve data or process issues.
• Summarize project status, findings, and recommendations for the project team and intern project expo.
• Perform other accounting and project‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Completion of introductory accounting coursework; exposure to lease accounting or ASC 842 is a plus, but not required.
• Comfort working with structured data and large data sets; strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including sorting, filtering, lookups, and basic data validation; experience with Power Query or other data tools is a plus.
• Ability to analyze discrepancies, ask thoughtful questions, and follow issues through resolution.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross‑functional team.
• Strong organization, planning, analytical, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Flexible Work Schedules

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