Finance & Accounting Summer Intern

Finance & Accounting Summer InternRunBuggy is the most technically advanced automotive logistics platform on the market. Our cutting-edge technology is trusted by some of the largest OEMs, captive finance companies, and automotive lenders in the world to streamline vehicle transportation at scale.The Finance & Accounting Summer Intern will partner with the Controller and Accounting Manager to identify, design, and implement process improvements across RunBuggy's month-end close, with a particular focus on applying AI tools and automation to recurring, manual finance workflows.The internship runs approximately 1012 weeks, with a target start date in late May to early June 2026. This is a flexible role with hours between 8am and 5pm, located on-site in Tempe, AZ.What You Will Be Doing:Assist with bank and payment processor reconciliations including identifying and researching reconciling items and process improvements.Support preparation of recurring journal entries, developing templates and standardizing processes leveraging AI tools.Refine current processes for processing vendor bills by leveraging AI features available in tools such as Ramp and NetSuite.Prepare GL account reconciliations leveraging AI tools to standardize the preparation and review processes.Assist with the monthly AR review using AI tools and process improvements to drive operational efficiencies in the collections process and risk management.Help to compile inputs for the monthly management reporting package distributed to leadership and investors. Help to streamline the preparation process using AI tools.Contribute to our close acceleration initiative by identifying repeatable, low-value tasks that can be templated, automated, or eliminated; build or refresh Excel templates and reconciliation workbooks.Other projects and tasks that allow for additional learning opportunities.Requirements:Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; rising junior, senior, or graduate student preferred.Minimum 3.0 GPA; coursework in financial accounting and intermediate accounting completed.Plan to sit for the CPA exam preferred.Experience with BI/reporting or AI tools a plus.Passionate about leveraging AI to create improved efficiencies.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Clear and professional phone and written communication skills.Customer-focused mindset with a willingness to learn best practices and processes.Prior coursework or internship exposure to ERP systems (NetSuite a plus), expense management platforms (Ramp), payroll systems (Paylocity), or payment processors (Stripe) preferred.Interest in technology, marketplace, automotive, or logistics businesses a plus.Candidates that include a cover letter explaining how they meet the job requirements will receive preference in the review process.What is in it for You and Why you Should Apply:Market competitive pay based on education, experience, and location; this is a paid internship.Employee wellness program with incentives.Employee rewards, discounts, and recognition programs.RunBuggy is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.