Accounting Intern

Job Title: Accounting Intern

Location: In-Office NYC, New York Headquarters (NON-REMOTE)

Job Type: Paid & unpaid Internship

About us:

Join Gesture and be a part of revolutionizing the logistical e-commerce and marketing technology industry, where innovation meets passion, and technology shapes the future of consumer-to-brand relationships. At Gesture, we’re dedicated to helping our employees discover their passion and purpose while redefining the way people connect and celebrate special moments.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Accounting Intern to dive into the heart of our operations and gain hands-on experience in the exciting world of finance. Whether you’re passionate about balance sheets or eager to understand how a fast-growing company operates, this is the perfect role for you to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.

About the Role:

As an Accounting Intern at Gesture, you will play a pivotal role in our financial operations, gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. You’ll assist with essential accounting functions, from processing invoices to preparing financial reports, while working closely with our finance team to support budgeting and forecasting efforts. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in accounting and finance while contributing to the innovative spirit of our company. You’ll not only learn the ins and outs of financial processes but also how they drive strategic decision-making and operational excellence in the e-commerce and marketing technology industry. If you’re eager to learn, passionate about numbers, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist with day-to-day accounting tasks, including accounts payable/receivable, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Help prepare financial reports and statements.
• Support the finance team in budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Conduct research and data analysis for special projects.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records.
• Collaborate with team members on process improvements and efficiency strategies.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP knowledge is a plus).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (experience with accounting software is a bonus).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Analytical mindset and a passion for problem-solving.
• Availability to work a minimum of 25 hours per week in the NYC office.
  

Benefits:

• Compensation: Competitive Stipend.
• Professional Development: Support for ongoing learning and career growth.
• Work Environment: Positive, friendly, and collaborative atmosphere.
• Free Gestures for friends and family.

Applicant Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and any relevant coursework or projects. In your cover letter, please emphasize your key skills, experiences, and the reasons you’re drawn to this role.

Join us in driving operational excellence and success in the e-comm/mar-tech industry. We look forward to welcoming a motivated and talented professional to our team!

We strongly encourage you to start by downloading our app. In addition, please visit gesture.vip at your earliest convenience to learn more about the company.

Gesture is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range for this role is in addition to commissions and bonuses. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, stock, benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans.

Gesture has a KPI and Pacesetting culture. As such, we are seeking Sharp, Motivated, High-Performing team members.

The right candidate will experience the most success in this role, will have a START-UP mindset and is interested in growing with the company from a ground floor opportunity.