Financial Systems Intern — Data-Driven Finance in Knoxville

Pilot Flying J; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Company seeks a Financial Systems Intern for the Knoxville, TN summer of 2027. You’ll join the Financial Systems team to maintain the general ledger and ensure data hierarchy accuracy, blending accounting with IT skills.

Ideal candidates are pursuing Accounting, Finance, IS, or IT, with strong Excel and data-handling abilities, and a collaborative, motivated mindset for a hands-on experience in a large multi-brand organization.

Qualifications

• A student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or Information Technology.
• A senior (set to graduate in May or December 2027) is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including the ability to handle and analyze large data sets.
• Experience with other financial systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Infor, Microsoft Access) is a plus.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the company.
• A professional and authentic approach to your work and interactions.
• A driven and reliable individual who is eager to learn and contribute to a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance of the general ledger system, including adding business units, accounts, ledgers, etc. and ensuring the proper structure and hierarchy.
• Support the team in managing and analyzing large financial data sets.
• Work on projects that require both a financial and a technical perspective.
• Collaborate with various departments across the company to ensure system accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide support to team members on day-to-day tasks related to system maintenance and improvement as well as internal financial reporting.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Accounting

Finance

Information Systems

Information Technology

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Infor

Microsoft Access

Job description

Pilot Company seeks a Financial Systems Intern for the Knoxville, TN summer of 2027. You’ll join the Financial Systems team to maintain the general ledger and ensure data hierarchy accuracy, blending accounting with IT skills.

Ideal candidates are pursuing Accounting, Finance, IS, or IT, with strong Excel and data-handling abilities, and a collaborative, motivated mindset for a hands-on experience in a large multi-brand organization.