Real Estate Portfolio Accounting Intern

Cabot Properties; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Cabot Properties in Boston is looking for an Accounting Intern to support the Fund Accounting team. The role emphasizes organization, judgment, strong communication, and financial skills while balancing priorities.

You will participate in monthly close processes, assist with journal entries and reconciliations, support accounts payable and cash management, document procedures, and gain exposure to real estate investment structures and fund operations.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Enhancing workflows and documentation.
• Supporting automation or efficiency efforts within accounting processes.
• Contribute to ad hoc analyses.
• Gain exposure to the monthly close process, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Observe and support elements of the accounts payable and cash management cycles.
• Assist with documentation of accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Participate in team meetings and gain exposure to real estate investment structures and fund operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Multi-project management

Education

Pursuing Accounting degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cabot Properties in Boston is looking for an Accounting Intern to support the Fund Accounting team. The role emphasizes organization, judgment, strong communication, and financial skills while balancing priorities.

You will participate in monthly close processes, assist with journal entries and reconciliations, support accounts payable and cash management, document procedures, and gain exposure to real estate investment structures and fund operations.