Accounting Intern

Austin, TX

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Four Hands is the leading global designer and wholesaler of lifestyle home furnishings. We design, manufacture, and distribute our products and support the growing needs of large retail chains, e-commerce businesses, independent regional stores, and interior designers.

Four Hands has received numerous recognition and accolades, including ranking in the Inc. 5000 list 14 times and being one of Austin’s Top Workplaces for 4 years which couldn’t have been possible without our employees.

Join our Accounting team as an Intern where you will gain hands-on experience with various accounting tasks, including credit application management, invoice processing, month-end close, and compliance with our internal systems.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in a professional setting, working alongside experienced accountants and contributing to the success of our organization.

This position is expected to start around January 2025 and continue through the entire Spring 2025 term (estimated through April 2025). We ask for a minimum of 10 weeks, part-time and on-site, for internships.

In This Role

Maintain and update resale certificate records to ensure accurate documentation using Avalara
Support the processing and evaluation of credit applications for new customers, including verifying financial information as needed
Respond to customer requests for documentation in a timely manner
Assist with the processing of invoices, including verifying accuracy, matching purchase orders, and resolving any discrepancies
Troubleshoot invoice-related issues and collaborate with vendors and internal teams to resolve problems efficiently
Ensure compliance with procurement system to maintain system data and accuracy
Review expenses at a cost center level to verify accuracy and provide insights into trends
Prepare reconciliations and submit for review utilizing Blackline
Participate in month end close process, assisting with preparation of necessary reports, journal entries, and account reconciliations as needed
Work with functional leaders and other internal groups to build scalable processes
Uphold our Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands team
Other duties as assigned by Management

The Ideal Person

Currently pursuing an Accounting or Finance degree
Knowledge of basic accounting principles preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel preferred)
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Attention to detail, thorough, and organized
Good time management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks
Ability to collaborate within a team setting
Able to take initiative and ownership of assigned work projects

Internship Program at Four Hands

The Internship Program is aimed to provide students with hands-on experience in the area they are most passionate about. Interns at Four Hands have the opportunity to work closely with various departments to gain valuable knowledge about the company.

The program focuses on professional development, offering mentorship from like-minded professionals and the chance to contribute to real projects. Interns are encouraged to bring innovative ideas to make the experience challenging and rewarding.

This program will enable students to gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in their future careers.

Four Hands manufactures and distributes home furnishing products, serving as design leader for some of the most highly regarded home and lifestyle brands, and selling our portfolio through online platforms and retailers nationwide.

We are an award-winning company that has proven to be a disruptor business, challenging the status quo of the furniture industry through our groundbreaking approaches.

With a vision to furnish the entire home, we introduce more than 2,000 styles annually across bedroom, living, dining, outdoor, office, and more. Our product development team has established a cohesive, elevated design aesthetic and consistently introduces products that deliver thoughtful style, livability, and endless inspiration.

While pursuing sustainable growth, Four Hands has anticipated industry trends, such as preparing for the rise of e-commerce by investing in marketing assets, drop-ship programs, and technology, capitalizing on the growing interest of the interior design community to work directly with the company. Four Hands has also built strong relationships with diversified global vendors to ensure consistent product availability and quality.

Four Hands employs a growing team of nearly 700 staff and maintains an expansive corporate headquarters and distribution centers in Austin, TX; showrooms in High Point, NC, and Las Vegas, NV; offices in China, India, Indonesia, Mexico, and Vietnam.

Four Hands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Four Hands recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.