Accounting internship

Kootenia Homes, an established custom home builder and remodeler based in Woodbury, Minnesota, periodically offers hands-on opportunities for local accounting and business students. This type of role is perfect for a student looking to step out of the classroom and gain comprehensive, real-world financial experience within a small, family-oriented business setting.Expected Hands-on ExperienceWorking in the accounting department of a custom residential builder like Kootenia Homes provides unique, highly relevant industry knowledge, including: - Job Costing & Draw Management: Tracking expenses and budgets specifically tied to individual luxury custom home builds and remodeling projects. - Accounts Payable & Receivable: Processing invoices from specialized local trade partners, subcontractors, and material suppliers. - Small Business Operations: Collaborating directly with company leadership, project managers, and internal designers using cloud-based management systems. - Financial Reporting: Assisting the core finance team with monthly reconciliation, data verification, and specialized construction accounting workflows. Core Qualifications: Small business environments look for adaptable, driven students - Academic Background: Current enrollment in an undergraduate Accounting, Finance, or generalized Business administration program. - Tech Savvy: Strong baseline proficiency in Microsoft Excel and an ability to quickly pick up industry-specific project management software. - Detail-Oriented Mindset: High organizational skills to handle multi-layered builder accounts and vendor invoices accurately. - Proactive Attitude: A willingness to wear multiple hats, assist with office tasks, and learn small business financial logic from the ground up. How to Apply or Inquire: Because small, local builders do not always keep permanent applications live on massive aggregate job boards, the most effective route is direct outreach: Email Direct Inquiry: You can reach out directly to company leadership via clicking the "Reply by Email" button. Introduce yourself, attach your current resume, and outline your weekly availability.