Accounting Intern

Founded in 1971, Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American specialty distributor of interior building products. Our product offerings of wallboard, ceilings and complementary construction products are designed to provide a comprehensive solution for our core customer- building contractors who install our products in commercial and residential buildings. GMS's operating model enables GMS to continue to grow and expand in scope, while maintaining a high level of customer service, promoting an entrepreneurial culture, and preserving the customer intimacy of a local business.

GMS and its family of companies operate a network of nearly 300 building product distribution yards, and more than 100 tool sales and service centers, for customers across the U.S. and Canada. The Field Support Center in Tucker, Georgia serves each GMS location, providing the support needed to enable local teams to deliver outstanding service to contractors and builders in their local communities.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with state and local law.

Position Summary:

The primary responsibility of the Gypsum Management & Supply (GMS) Summer 2025 Corporate Accounting intern will be assisting the accounting organization with our annual audit and 10-K preparation. This role will provide a broad overview of corporate accounting and interface with Accounting, Treasury, Tax, FPA, Internal and External Audit. Additionally, the Corporate Accounting intern will have opportunities to work on ad-hoc projects throughout the overall Finance Department, allowing for insight into the greater world of corporate finance.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist accounting team with month end and quarter end close procedures.
• Assist with the review and tie out of 10-K and 10-Q statements, including footnotes.
• Prepare spreadsheets to support accounting entries and reconciliation.
• Perform a variety of tasks related to the preparation of balance sheet and income statement.
• Assist with coordination and preparation of workpapers related to the external audit.
• Assist with miscellaneous projects with Treasury, Tax, Accounting, etc.

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled as a rising junior or senior in a Bachelor's degree program, majoring in Accounting or related area of study
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Detail oriented
• Comfortable working in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines

Core Competencies:

• Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
• Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
• Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 70% of the time.
• Will occasionally move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly working in an office environment.

Required Cognitive Skills:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive and analyze information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.