About the role#
This year-round co-op provides hands-on experience across corporate accounting functions. You will work on real projects alongside experienced professionals to build skills and explore career paths within finance. Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly. You should be comfortable learning these tools and evaluating their output with sound judgment.
What you'll do#
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation activities by partnering with Tax, Treasury, FP&A, and shared services teams.
- Prepare general ledger journal entries and complete balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Reconcile intercompany activity and identify significant variances.
- Analyze financial results and prepare summary schedules.
- Assist with the enterprise-wide internal control plan and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 compliance activities.
- Prepare internal control status reports, summarize corrective actions, and participate in quarterly control review meetings.
- Conduct accounting research for unique transactions and support the development of accounting conclusions.
- Evaluate existing processes and recommend improvements, including potential AI-enabled enhancements.
- Participate in special projects and ad hoc analyses for Corporate Finance leaders.
What you'll need#
- You are a rising junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
- A basic understanding of accounting principles is required.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and Excel skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage changing priorities and adapt to new business environments.
- Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while handling confidential information.
Location & details#
- Location: Providence, Rhode Island.
- Modality: Hybrid (requires two days per week in the office).
- Schedule: Full-time availability during summer and winter breaks.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Textron
Textron is a multi-industry company based in Providence, Rhode Island. Founded in 1923, the firm operates across the aviation, defense, industrial, and finance sectors. It maintains a global network and manages several brands including Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, and Lycoming. The company employs more than 10,000 people.
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