Accounting Intern at Aethos Labs in Milan, Lombardy, IT

Who We Are:

Extraordinary places, passionate people, and shared learning experiences: this is Aethos. We believe that traveling and hospitality should leave a lasting positive impact on the mind, body, and soul. That's the reason why we choose our locations very carefully and work together with people who want to be part of a community instead of just ” having a job”. Everyone who works at Aethos can make a personal impact on the community and company - great ideas can come from anywhere.

We are a young and dynamic hospitality company that understands the value of time with friends and loved ones. We make a conscious choice towards sustainability and well-being, and the luxury of time and space. We stand for freedom from the stresses and anxieties of modern life. We want to be the first choice for anyone who seeks respite and refuge from the boring, the stressful, and the unsustainable. That‘s why we define hospitality differently: while all of our decisions should be made with the community and needs of our guests in mind, we always thrive to create a community that we want to be part of and that improves the world around us. We invite you to be part of our story.

Overview:

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Intern to join our Finance & Administration team. You will work closely with our Director of Finance to support the day-to-day accounting operations of the hotel, gaining hands-on exposure to boutique hospitality finance — from revenue reconciliation and cost control to monthly reporting and fiscal compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance or business student who wants to understand how numbers drive a design-forward, experience-led hospitality business.

The Essence of the Role:

• Record and reconcile daily revenues from all hotel outlets: rooms, F&B, events, and membership fees
• Support accounts payable and receivable cycles, including invoice processing, supplier payments, and guest billing
• Assist with daily cash and POS reconciliation, bank statement matching, and petty cash management
• Monitor departmental costs (Rooms, F&B, Gym & Wellness, Club) and flag variances against budget
• Maintain accurate digital and physical accounting archives in compliance with Italian fiscal regulations
• Support VAT return preparation, tax filings, and liaising with the external accountant
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Front Office, F&B team to gather and verify operational data

Your qualifications to join the adventure:

• Essential:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree in Economics, Business Administration, Tourism Management, or a related field

• Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and general accounting principles

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis formulas)

• Fluent in English — our working language and the language of our international team and guests

• Meticulous, discreet, and comfortable handling confidential financial data

• Organised mindset with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced boutique environment

• Preferred:

• Knowledge of hotel management software (Opera, Protel, Mews, or similar PMS)

• Familiarity with ERP or accounting platforms (SAP, Zucchetti, or equivalent)

• Previous experience or internship in a hotel, restaurant group, or hospitality consultancy

• Italian language skills (useful for supplier and fiscal correspondence)

• Passion for design, food, culture, or the wider hospitality and lifestyle industry

What We Offer:

A structured learning experience within a unique 5-star boutique property in one of Milan's most vibrant neighbourhoods Direct mentorship from our Finance Manager and exposure to senior leadership Monthly expense reimbursement (amount to be agreed) An official reference letter upon successful completion Potential for a permanent role for outstanding interns as the team grows