Summer Accounting Intern

Kick-Start Your Accounting Career

As a Summer Accounting Intern, you'll gain hands-on experience with Bourn Companies' accounting team while learning the processes and financial information that help drive real estate development decisions. You'll work alongside a collaborative team, build practical accounting skills, and contribute to day-to-day accounting activities in a fast-moving environment.

For over 35 years, Bourn Companies has transformed communities through more than 6 million square feet of projects across the Southwest. Our portfolio brings together residential, office, retail, hospitality, and entertainment into integrated environments that define community, inspire connection, and elevate lifestyle.

Accounting Team

Our accounting team contributes directly to project success by providing the concrete data and facts needed to make informed decisions. The team supports standardized accounting and reporting, project pro formas, and customized analytics that help evaluate project opportunities, costs, and value creation.

How You'll Spend Your Time Here

Interns will receive training and exposure across core accounting activities, including:

- Journal Entries: Assist with preparing and posting journal entries.
- Month-End Support: Support month-end and year-end close activities and learn how financial information is reviewed and finalized.
- Reconciliations: Assist with bank statement and general ledger account reconciliations.
- Financial Records: Help maintain and update accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
- AP / AR: Gain exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoices, and transaction processing.

What We Are Looking For

- Strong attention to detail
- Desire and ability to quickly learn, retain, and apply detailed information
- Ability to prioritize in an environment of frequent change
- Strong work ethic, integrity, and accountability
- Strong written and oral communication skills

Qualifications

- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- Base knowledge of accounting through coursework and/or experience
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize activities
- Prior internship or work experience is helpful but not required