What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Accounting Intern position at Cars Commerce?
Be Essential At Cars Commerce
At Cars Commerce, we’re fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling. We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail. Whether through our No.1 most recognized marketplace, Cars.com, our industry-leading digital experience, Dealer Inspire, our trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, or our new Cars Commerce Media Network, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.
No one ever travels alone here: at its core, Cars Commerce is collaboration. In fact, it’s built into the very fabric of our shared values. We like to say we Rise Together – putting people at the center of what we do, from consumer to customer to community. Life at Cars Commerce makes it easy when we share the ethos to be Open to All, encouraging open-minded communication because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes. But critical to our success is Caring to Challenge and Taking Ownership, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment where we think about tomorrow but act today. At our foundation, we have integrity, Doing the Right Thing, even when it’s hard. It’s our shared commitment to these values that makes Cars Commerce a place where growth becomes not only possible, but downright unavoidable.
But don’t take our word for it. As a U.S. News & World Report Best Company to Work For in 2024, we're obsessive about the employee experience. We are among the top 20% being declared “Best” of our industry based on six critical factors that are important to employee wellbeing, like quality of pay, benefits, work life balance and more.
About The Role
We are looking for a talented and motivated student to be a part of our Accounting Internship program for the Summer. Our goal is to provide students with a well-rounded, technical experience during the internship to help prepare them for their new career.
Responsibilities Include
Our program is your chance to dive into meaningful projects that directly shape Cars Commerce’s success. As an intern, you’ll collaborate with talented, cross-functional teams, tackling real-world challenges and gaining invaluable industry skills. With a strong focus on mentorship, growth, and professional development, you'll receive regular feedback, personalized training, and exclusive networking opportunities. Whether you’re honing your technical expertise or expanding your business acumen, this is the perfect opportunity to make a real impact while kickstarting your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Join us and accelerate your future!
Program Details & Benefits
$29,800.00-35,000.00
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. California Applicants: Click here to review our California Privacy Policy for Applicants. For current employees, please click here to review our California Privacy Policy for Employees.
At Cars Commerce, we’re fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling. We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail. Whether through our No.1 most recognized marketplace, Cars.com, our industry-leading digital experience, Dealer Inspire, our trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, or our new Cars Commerce Media Network, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.
No one ever travels alone here: at its core, Cars Commerce is collaboration. In fact, it’s built into the very fabric of our shared values. We like to say we Rise Together – putting people at the center of what we do, from consumer to customer to community. Life at Cars Commerce makes it easy when we share the ethos to be Open to All, encouraging open-minded communication because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes. But critical to our success is Caring to Challenge and Taking Ownership, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment where we think about tomorrow but act today. At our foundation, we have integrity, Doing the Right Thing, even when it’s hard. It’s our shared commitment to these values that makes Cars Commerce a place where growth becomes not only possible, but downright unavoidable.
But don’t take our word for it. As a U.S. News & World Report Best Company to Work For in 2024, we're obsessive about the employee experience. We are among the top 20% being declared “Best” of our industry based on six critical factors that are important to employee wellbeing, like quality of pay, benefits, work life balance and more.
About The Role
We are looking for a talented and motivated student to be a part of our Accounting Internship program for the Summer. Our goal is to provide students with a well-rounded, technical experience during the internship to help prepare them for their new career.
Responsibilities Include
- Prepare and record journal entries during month-end close
- Prepare specific balance sheet account reconciliations monthly
- Tie-out and review SEC filings such as the 10-Q report
- Assist earnings process and other third-party material including investor decks, etc.
- Coordinate with internal and external audit teams on Sarbanes-Oxley testing and other internal control improvements and documentation
- Perform other duties and projects, as assigned, to assist the Finance organization
- Excellent written and verbal communication and collaboration skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong analytical ability
- Ability to multi-task in a deadline-oriented environment
- Ability to work independently as well as effectively within a team
- Strong knowledge of Excel, Word and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc.)
- Progress towards a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Our program is your chance to dive into meaningful projects that directly shape Cars Commerce’s success. As an intern, you’ll collaborate with talented, cross-functional teams, tackling real-world challenges and gaining invaluable industry skills. With a strong focus on mentorship, growth, and professional development, you'll receive regular feedback, personalized training, and exclusive networking opportunities. Whether you’re honing your technical expertise or expanding your business acumen, this is the perfect opportunity to make a real impact while kickstarting your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Join us and accelerate your future!
Program Details & Benefits
- Program Duration: June 9th - August 15th
- Pay Rate: $17.50/hour
- Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week
- Location: Hybrid (Work remote and work from the office 1-2 days out of the week)
- Equipment: Company issued laptop provided
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience at a cutting-edge, publicly traded tech company, where you'll contribute to impactful projects that drive real change. Build valuable connections with colleagues across all levels of the organization and fellow interns, all while shaping your future career in the tech industry! Learn more about our program here!
$29,800.00-35,000.00
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes
- Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans
- New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up
- Generous PTO
- Refuel - a service based recognition program where employees receive additional paid time away to learn grow and reset
- Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. California Applicants: Click here to review our California Privacy Policy for Applicants. For current employees, please click here to review our California Privacy Policy for Employees.
Salary : $29,800 - $35,000
