Summer Accounting Intern

StandardAero; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 11,902,000 - 14,547,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

StandardAero is seeking a motivated Finance Intern for the Kansas City, MO location for a 3‑month summer term. You will support general clerical, accounting, and bookkeeping activities to ensure smooth financial processes and continuity of operations.

You will work on journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting, gaining hands‑on industry experience while learning from finance professionals in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in accounting, business administration, or related field.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and familiarity with accounting tools.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with journal entries and month-end general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare financial data and reports, including margin statements by customer and product line.
• Support annual operating plan schedules and other ad hoc analyses.
• perform data collection and filing tasks to support finance operations.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Excel proficiency

Customer service

Communication

Planning & organization

Attention to detail

Education

Pursuing degree in accounting or business administration

Tools

MS Office Suite

Accounting software

Job description

Job Description

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in Aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. At our Kansas City, MO site you will be trained by the world’s best. Bring your strong work-ethic, and a hunger for learning – we’ll teach you the rest.

What’s It Like At StandardAero

Collaboration, teamwork, and having each other's backs are the norm here. Our growth in this expanding industry means getting career stability and opportunities to grow. With great resources, an inclusive atmosphere, and a culture based on shared values, we’ll support you in building a solid career with a team you can count on.

StandardAero is seeking a motivated, eager, and innovative student (sophomore/junior) to join our team for the 2027 summer term.

As an intern at StandardAero, you will gain hands‑on industry experience, learn from experts, and collaborate with our teams that raise the standard of excellence.

We are seeking a Finance Intern to support our local Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul location in Kansas City, MO, with day‑to‑day general clerical, accounting, and bookkeeping functions to facilitate successful financial processes and ensure continuity of operations. This is a 3 month full‑time paid internship.

Specific Accountabilities

• Assist with various general accounting activities, including preparing journal entries and reconciling general ledger accounts at month end close
• Assist with various financial data and reports, including sales and gross margin reports by customer and product line financial statements
• Assist with annual operating plan schedules as needed
• Assist in various other reports and summaries as needed
• Assist with data collection as assigned to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures
• Performs filing and general administrative tasks
• Performs other related duties as required

Requirements

• Candidates should be pursuing a degree in accounting, business administration, or related field from an accredited college or university or with equivalent background
• US Persons status is required
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Familiarity with basic accounting software or accounting spreadsheets
• Skilled in the use of MS Office, specifically Excel
• Demonstrated excellent customer service
• Demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in written format
• Strong planning and organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and a focus on delivery
• Self‑directed, results‑oriented, and flexible
• Works well under pressure and adheres to tight deadlines
• Ability to sit for long periods
• Ability to view computer monitor for long periods

What makes a good fit for StandardAero?

We love people who take pride in their work and being collaborative with their team. We work together and support each other. We’re very team oriented too and that is greatly valued. We also believe in getting the job done, whatever it takes and that’s a work‑ethic that is often hard to describe. We love that too —it’s what makes us great partners and teammates to each other. We are respectful of each other and who we are, and welcome people from all walks of life and give everyone open access to learn and build skills.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

StandardAero offers equal employment opportunities for all. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to be who you are and experience our welcoming culture.

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning‑based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide.

With on‑the‑job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

About Us

When you work at StandardAero, you’re not just an employee, you’re part of a vibrant company of like‑minded people, all working collaboratively towards the same goals. We succeed as a team because we value the unique contributions and perspectives of all of our people, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. It’s a culture that promotes mutual respect and effective communications to create an environment of stability, shaping the organization and forging a successful future. Our goal is to be the best place to work, giving each and every employee the opportunity to reach their maximum potential through continuous learning and advancement opportunities, allowing all team members to exceed their potential and empower everyone’s success.

StandardAero is one of the world’s largest independent providers of services, including engine and airframe maintenance, repair and overhaul, engine component repair, engineering services, interior completions and paint applications. The company is a global enterprise that employs nearly 7,000 employees worldwide with annual revenues exceeding $4 billion. StandardAero serves a diverse array of customers in business and general aviation, airline, military, helicopter, components and energy markets. The company celebrated its 100th year of industry leadership in 2011.

StandardAero is owned by Carlyle, a global investment firm with deep industry expertise that deploys private capital across four business segments: Corporate Private Equity, Real Assets, Global Credit and Investment Solutions.