Accounting Intern (Summer 26')

Do you have a passion for numbers and a desire to learn how accounting drives business decisions? Are you detail-oriented and eager to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic finance environment?

Evolv is looking for an Accounting Intern to join our Finance team and support critical accounting functions. This internship offers exposure to real-world accounting processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, and quarter-end close activities. You'll work alongside experienced accounting professionals, gain practical experience with systems and controls, and develop a strong foundation in operational accounting.

As a publicly traded company, Evolv's Finance team plays a critical role in external reporting, compliance, and transparency. As an Accounting Intern, you'll gain exposure to how accounting supports public company reporting, internal controls, and quarter-end and year-end close processes, experience that provides an excellent foundation for future careers in corporate accounting, audit, or finance.

Week 1-2: Onboarding & Foundations

• Meet with members of the Finance and Accounting team to understand workflows, roles, and priorities
• Learn Evolv's accounting processes, internal controls, and documentation standards
• Gain familiarity with our ERP system and supporting tools
• Assist with basic data entry and review of financial documents
  

Between Weeks 3- 8: Immersive Accounting Experience

• Prepare journal entries under supervision.
• Perform account reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts.
• Support the quarter-end close process by gathering and validating data.
• Collaborate with team members to investigate discrepancies and ensure accuracy
  

Between Weeks 9-10: Deliver and Present

• Demonstrate growing independence in preparing reconciliations and journal entries
• Understand how financial data flows through the organization from transaction to reporting
• Contribute ideas for process improvements or efficiency gains
• Build strong working relationships within the Finance team and confidently communicate your work
  

Core Responsibilities:

• Assist with account reconciliations for cash, prepaid expenses, and other accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries for accruals and adjustments.
• Support quarter-end close activities, including variance analysis and reporting.
• Help maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Participate in special projects, such as process improvements or audit support.
• Gain exposure to public company accounting practices, including financial reporting support, audit readiness, and internal controls.
  

Skills and Requirements:

• Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of financial statements and GAAP principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with ERP systems is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  

We read every application. To be considered, you should:

• Be currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, organization, and analytical thinking
• Possess a basic understanding of financial statements and GAAP
• Be comfortable working in Microsoft Excel
• Work well both independently and collaboratively

Bonus points for:

• Prior accounting or finance coursework, projects, or internship experience
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Workday Financials)
• Interest in public company accounting, financial reporting, or internal controls (SOX)

Your cover letter should briefly explain your interest in the internship and why you're a strong fit. We value curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a proactive mindset.

The location of this role is based in Waltham, MA with some flexibility in working remotely from time to time with your manager's approval.  We do not provide relocation assistance.

The base salary range for this full-time position is $20- $27/hr. This range reflects our commitment to pay transparency and equity, in alignment with applicable state laws. Our compensation ranges are determined based on factors such as role, level, location, market benchmarks, and internal equity. The posted range represents the good-faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this role across U.S. locations. Actual compensation within the range will be based on the candidate's skills, experience, education, and geographic location.

In accordance with state and local pay transparency laws—including those in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, and others—we disclose salary ranges in all job postings and provide additional information upon request.

During the hiring process, your recruiter will share:

·       The specific hourly rate range

·       Insights into how compensation decisions are made, including factors that influence starting pay

We are committed to fair pay practices, and we regularly review our compensation programs to ensure they are competitive, equitable, and aligned with our values.

At Evolv, we're on a mission to help make public spaces safer through innovative security technology. So, we're looking for future teammates who embody our values, people who:

·       Do the right thing, always;

·       Put people first;

·       Own it;

·       Win together; and continue to

·       Be bold, stay curious.

Evolv Technology ("Evolv") is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace, and all employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by law in the locations where we operate. Evolv will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Evolv is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of the job application process, please connect with us at careers@evolvtechnology.com.

Evolv participates in E-verify for all employees after the completion of Form I-9.