Year-Round Accounting Co-Op

Year-Round Accounting Co-Op Why This Internship As an intern with Textron, you'll gain hands-on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You'll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways, working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success. Description What we offer: Join Textron, a Fortune 500 company, and be part of a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences. The Year-Round Accounting & Financial Reporting Internship provides hands-on experience across several corporate accounting functions, along with networking opportunities, professional development, and exposure to potential career paths within Finance & Accounting. This part-time internship is based in Providence, Rhode Island, with an anticipated start for April 2027 and requires two days per week in the office and full-time availability during summer and winter breaks. Responsibilities may rotate or shift throughout the internship based on business needs. Assignments may include: + Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation activities, partnering with stakeholders across business unit finance teams, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, and shared services. + Prepare general ledger journal entries accurately and on time, with documentation that clearly supports each entry. + Complete balance sheet account reconciliations, including the use of the BlackLine account reconciliation system, to verify data accuracy and resolve discrepancies. + Reconcile intercompany activity and identify and communicate significant variances. + Analyze financial results and prepare summary schedules that highlight significant fluctuations in key accounts. + Support financial accounting and reporting activities, including government reporting and the collection and consolidation of information from business units. + Assist with the execution and monitoring of the enterprise-wide internal control plan and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 compliance activities. + Prepare internal control status reports, summarize corrective actions, and follow up with business unit internal controls teams as appropriate. + Participate in quarterly control review meetings and assist with summaries of key developments. + Conduct accounting research related to unique transactions and support the development of accounting conclusions. + Evaluate processes and recommend continuous improvement opportunities, including potential AI-enabled enhancements. + Participate in special projects and ad hoc analyses for Corporate Finance leaders and teams. Qualifications Qualifications: + Rising junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field, such as Finance or Business Administration with a concentration in accounting. + Basic understanding of accounting principles. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, written and verbal communication skills, and Excel skills. + Ability to manage changing priorities and adapt quickly to new assignments and business environments. + Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness, attention to detail, and interest in continued learning with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. + Ability to appropriately handle confidential or sensitive business and personnel information. Why Build Your Career at Textron Textron offers a supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to grow, contribute, and innovate. AI Readiness: Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required - we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment. About Textron Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real-world solutions. Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported. EEO Statement Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Recruiting Company: Textron Inc. Primary Location: US-Rhode Island-Providence Job Function: Finance/Accounting Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Internship / Co-Op Shift: First Shift Job Posting: 11/04/2026, 12:26:48 PM Job Number: 346097