Intern - Finance

Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm dedicated to building affordable communities across the country. Headquartered in New York, with offices in Colorado, Florida, and Washington DC, Fairstead owns and manages a portfolio of more than 27,000 apartments across 28 states. As an integrated owner, operator, and innovator, Fairstead brings development, construction, and property management under one unified platform to deliver high-quality affordable housing that serves our residents at scale.

At Fairstead, we believe affordable housing should be thoughtfully designed, professionally managed, and responsibly operated. We seek to create and preserve housing that serves residents while delivering long-term value to communities, partners, and stakeholders. Fairstead challenges industry norms through our tech-forward, entrepreneurial approach to affordable housing. In addition to core real estate capabilities, we operate innovative service lines designed to improve resident outcomes, strengthen communities, and drive operational efficiency. We embrace digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and emerging technologies, including AI, to build scalable systems that support sustainable growth, grounded in a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, partnership, dedication, and integrity.

Fairstead is seeking an Accounting Intern to join our Finance Team for the summer. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will collaborate closely with our accounting team on key projects, gaining insight into financial operations, reporting, and system implementations. This is an excellent opportunity for students looking to develop practical accounting skills and gain experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with month-end close procedures, including preparing journal entries and financial reconciliations.


• Perform bank reconciliations and assist in reviewing financial transactions.


• Support the implementation of a new ERP system, including data migration and system testing.


• Assist in remapping the general ledger (GL) chart of accounts to align with updated financial structures.


• Analyze financial data and contribute to variance analysis reports.


• Conduct research on accounting standards and best practices to support financial decision-making.


• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and presentations for senior management.


• Collaborate with various departments to ensure the accuracy of financial information.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• Strong understanding of fundamental accounting principles and financial reporting.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and basic formulas).


• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-team collaboration.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Please note, the internship is onsite at our NYC HQ from June 1st 2026 - July 24th 2026

Diversity in backgrounds and experiences is key to Fairstead’s success. Being an equal opportunity employer is a central tenet of our philosophy that shapes who we are and the communities we serve. Our goal is to ensure competitive total compensation that is commensurate with experience, location, and other market benchmarks.