Corporate Office - Knoxville, TN
Who Are We?
Stand Out For Good, Inc. is a rapidly growing women's fashion company with 5 unique brands, in 130+ locations, across 38 states. Our stores feel like a sanctuary - a place of beauty from the inside out. From welcoming experiences and warm associates to thoughtfully curated products, our brands are built upon the founding principles of giving back and making a difference in the World.
Our Mission
"Stand Out. For Good". Those four words are more than just our motto, they are why we exist. From Mission Mondays, where 10% of our net proceeds go directly to local charitable organizations, to our long-standing partnership with Coprodeli USA, in which we are in the process of building 22 schools for impoverished communities in Peru, we are committed to giving back in meaningful ways to those in need.
The Accounting Intern will support the finance team by receiving and processing invoices from all areas of the business and providing best-in-class service to internal business partners. This internship provides a hands-on opportunity to work with a dynamic, fast-growing company, and learn about different aspects of the business through partnership with members of all departments and their vendors. The role offers valuable exposure to other areas of accounting and finance, with opportunities for growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in receiving and processing invoices for multiple business areas.
- Help manage and update the vendor listing, including payment terms and methods.
- Learn to assess vendor use tax requirements and apply appropriate judgments.
- Aid in reconciling store bank accounts monthly.
- Record journal entries for daily operations and assist with month-end closing procedures.
- Participate in month-end close activities, including reconciling balance sheet accounts.
- Help organize and maintain financial documents for safekeeping.
- Coordinate with external auditors to provide necessary documentation.
Qualifications
- Must have a few days of open availability and be able to work a minimum of 20-25 hours.
- Upcoming junior, senior, or recent graduate with a strong academic record pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Google Workspace.
- Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of attention to detail.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong guest service and interpersonal skills along with a positive "can do" attitude.
- Ability to independently handle multiple priorities and projects.
- Prioritizes and manages time effectively.
- Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment.
- Able to work well independently, yet also able to collaborate well.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
Stand Out For Good, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
We are proud to share that our associates have made us one of Fortune's Best Companies to Work For! Recently, our team has received the following recognition:
- #73 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2023
- #4 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail™ 2022
- #93 in Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2023
- #34 in Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2022
