Corporate Accounting, Intern at Essex… · Bay Area…

Summary: Essex Property Trust is an industry-leading real estate investment trust (REIT) seeking motivated college students for their 8-week paid summer internship program in Corporate Accounting. The role involves supporting the accounting team with month-end close processes, financial analysis, SEC reporting, and various accounting tasks to contribute to the overall financial operations of the organization. Responsibilities: - Support Month-End and Quarter-End Close – Assist with preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and close schedules to help ensure an accurate and timely monthly/quarterly close process - Perform Financial Analysis – Contribute to income statement and balance sheet fluctuation analysis by researching variances and preparing supporting schedules - Support SEC Reporting – Assist with preparation of quarterly SEC filings including drafting disclosures and reconciling financial data to ensure compliance with reporting requirements - Assist with Debt Administration – Support the maintenance of debt schedules, interest tracking, and quarterly reviews to ensure accurate accruals and reporting - Reconcile Key Accounts – Work alongside Corporate Accountants to complete reconciliations in areas such as cash, investments, debt, prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, and equity, gaining exposure to essential corporate processes - Help Clear Deposits and Transactions – Learn to clear deposits, checks, and miscellaneous transactions in the Company’s accounting system (Yardi Systems) as part of daily accounting operations - Support Cashbook Maintenance – Assist with maintaining the Corporate and REIT consolidated cashbook, including daily updates, investigation of unidentified items, and month-end procedures - Assist with Audit Preparation – Partner with the team to prepare supporting schedules, workpapers, and documentation for quarterly reviews and annual audits - Participate in Process Improvements – Help identify opportunities to enhance reconciliation schedules, documentation practices, and workflow efficiency across the Corporate Accounting team Required Qualifications: - You must be enrolled in a four-year accredited undergraduate program, majoring in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field - Rising juniors (Class of 2028) and seniors (Class of 2027) are encouraged to apply - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent attention to detail and accuracy - Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word - Solid organizational and multitasking abilities - A high degree of integrity, professionalism, and honesty - A genuine interest in accounting, finance, and real estate - The ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team - A proactive, solutions-oriented approach to assigned tasks - Strong communication skills to partner effectively with Corporate Accounting, Property Accounting, Property Management, and Treasury teams - A growth mindset – You are eager to deepen your accounting knowledge and gain real world experience - A team-player attitude – You enjoy working with others to achieve shared goals - A detail driven work style – You take pride in producing accurate and high-quality work - A strong work ethic – You take initiative, ask thoughtful questions, and meet deadlines consistently Required Skills: Accounting, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel Important Skills: Yardi Systems Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid parental leave, 401k employer match, Excellence rewards, Wellness programs, 12 paid holidays, 15 PTO days, Housing discount of 20%