Accounting Intern

Company Description

Palmetto is a leading clean tech company on a mission to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future. With a belief that consumers can have it all we are an uncompromising energy company that makes coming clean a no brainer. Our award-winning technology platform empowers homeowners businesses and entrepreneurs to adopt renewable energy through simple scalable and innovative solutions. Operating at the intersection of B2B and D2C we offer software financial products and services that drive real environmental impactwithout compromising value. We deliver end-to-end solutions for whole home electrification that put clean energy within reach for all.

Our employees are our most valuable resource. We foster a promote-from-within culture that prioritizes talent development career growth and purpose-driven work. Palmetto offers a comprehensive benefits packageincluding unlimited PTO medical dental and vision coverage paid parental leave retirement plans and moreso you can have it all both personally and professionally. Palmetto prioritizes people planet and profitbacked by a culture that values collaboration impact and balance. Join us in building a brighter cleaner world.

Location

This internship will be based in Charlotte NC.

Reporting

This intern will report to the Senior Manager of Corporate and Technical Reporting.

Summary of Role

Palmetto is seeking a motivated and curious student to join the Accounting team for a summer internship. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience supporting real business initiatives in a fast-paced mission-driven environment.

The intern will gain exposure to corporate accounting and financial reporting processes and contribute to meaningful work aligned with team priorities during a critical quarterly close period. This role is structured to provide practical development while delivering measurable business value through participation in month-end close support balance sheet reconciliations and reporting preparation.

Throughout the internship the intern will support accounting workflows related to solar asset tranche activity EPC payment structures and accounts receivable reporting while gaining insight into financial operations within the renewable energy industry.

Core Responsibilities

The intern will support the Accounting team through project-based work and ongoing close activities. Responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with activities supporting the monthly close process including preparation of supporting schedules and documentation
• Assisting with preparation of balance sheet reconciliations for key accounts
• Supporting preparation of quarter-end financial reporting schedules and related documentation
• Contributing to reconciliation template improvements and documentation updates to strengthen internal controls
• Assisting with accounting workflows related to solar asset tranche activity and EPC payment structures
• Supporting data tracking reporting preparation and process improvement initiatives within the accounting team
• Completing a defined project focused on improving reconciliation templates close support schedules or accounting documentation

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
• Pursuing a degree in Accounting or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated analytical or problem-solving ability
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
• Prior internship coursework or project experience in accounting finance or financial reporting is preferred
• Interest in renewable energy climate tech or mission-driven organizations

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Palmetto embraces diversity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or any other status protected under federal state or local law.

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