Job Description

The Finance Intern supports Cavender’s Accounting & Finance team with day-to-day operations and special projects across Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), general ledger, and reporting. This role offers hands-on exposure to retail accounting workflows, providing experience with invoice processing, reconciliations, month-end close support, and data analysis. The Finance Intern reports to the Accounting team and partners with AP/AR, Payroll, and cross-functional business partners to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and great internal service—while learning best practices in a high-growth retail environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the “Cavender’s Culture” and drive our Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Assist with AP workflows: invoice entry, 2/3-way PO match, coding, and vendor statement reconciliations.
• Assist with AR tasks: cash application, deposit support, and researching chargebacks/variances.
• Prepare and update account reconciliations (e.g., bank, prepaid, accruals) with clear support.
• Help with month-end close tasks (journal entry prep, schedules, and flux analysis).
• Pull, clean, and analyze data for weekly/monthly reports (sales, inventory, expense trends).
• Maintain accurate documentation and SOPs; contribute to the finance knowledge base.
• Partner with team members to troubleshoot issues and respond to internal customer requests.
• Support audits (internal/external) by gathering samples and preparing backup.
• Perform general administrative duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Completed coursework in Financial Accounting and Excel/analytics (or equivalent experience).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (sorting/filtering, formulas, pivot tables); strong attention to detail.
• Organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication; customer-service mindset.
• Based in Tyler, TX at our Home Office (Tyler-area residence).

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with retail or multi-location business operations.
• Exposure to ERP/accounting systems and AP/AR tools.
• Basic knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Power BI or data visualization interest/skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team; continuous improvement mindset.

Cavender’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, military status, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

Cavender’s will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability upon request. If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application, please call Customer Service at (888) 361 – 2555 or visit your nearest Cavender’s store.