Position Overview:
As the Accounting & IT Intern at Kolar Design, you will support both the Finance and Technology functions of the firm. This dual-focus internship offers a unique opportunity to build foundational experience in accounting practices and technical systems management. Your responsibilities will include assisting with bookkeeping tasks, system administration, inventory tracking, and IT support projects. You’ll gain exposure to business operations, accounting tools, and internal IT systems while working alongside experienced professionals. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn in a dynamic, creative environment.
In this role, you are expected to embody our core values
- Be Transformative. We are innovators driving meaningful change in the way people build relationships with space and with one another. We lead with an open mind.
- Make Quality Personal. We are humans who create beautiful experiences for other humans. We engage with empathy.
- Be Curious and Dig Deeper. We are opportunity finders, bringing diverse perspectives to the table to learn together. We stay curious.
- Succeed as a Team. We are collectively inspired and individually motivated to bring results to life. We deliver on our commitments.
- Make a Positive Impact. We are connectors of ideas, influencers of our industry and contributors to our community. We drive positive change.
Objective & Responsibilities of the Role:
Finance & Accounting Support
- Assist with entering and organizing financial data including A/P and A/R transactions
- Support correspondence with external partners related to tax compliance, reporting, and other financial matters
- Help reconcile expense reports and credit card transactions
- Learn client invoicing processes and participate in monthly invoicing cycles
- Contribute to the preparation of budgets and forecasts, as required
- Support invoice generation and distribution processes
- Assist in timesheet tracking and financial documentation reviews
- Participate in financial organization and internal reporting projects
Technology & Systems Support
- Support IT inventory tracking, device audits, and documentation
- Assist with software onboarding and license management
- Help troubleshoot common hardware and software issues
- Collaborate with Kolar’s Managed Service Provider (MSP) on daily IT ticket resolution
- Participate in system maintenance, organization, and clean-up efforts (e.g., file systems, asset logs)
- Work on assigned IT projects related to system updates, process improvements, or data cleanup
Required Competencies:
- Detail-Oriented: Accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks and documentation
- Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain structured records
- Technical Aptitude: Familiarity with business software and comfort with technology
- Proactive Mindset: Willingness to ask questions, seek clarification, and take initiative
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both written and verbal
- Time Management: Reliable in meeting deadlines and managing time effectively
- Problem-Solving: Basic ability to troubleshoot and seek solutions independently
Education / Experience:
Required
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or associate degree program in Accounting, Business, Information Technology, or a related field.
Nice to Have
- Coursework or certifications in Excel, QuickBooks, or Information Systems
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Interest in financial technology or data tools
- Prior internship or school-based experience with accounting or IT
- Familiarity with accounting tools, cloud storage systems, or ticketing platforms
- Experience in a collaborative or professional office setting