Accounting Intern

Who We Are

At Critical Start, we’re on a mission to make everyone a valued member of a winning team, united by an inspiring purpose: shaping the future of cybersecurity. Since 2012, we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding organizations from cyberattacks, preparing for evolving threats, and earning recognition for our innovative contributions to the industry.

 

We thrive in an agile, collaborative environment that fosters creativity and action. At Critical Start, innovation drives everything we do. We pioneered the first MOBILESOC app for on-the-go threat detection and response, automated alert resolutions to maximize efficiency, and cut alert investigation time by 99.3% - transforming the way cybersecurity teams work. Our team and customers genuinely value the impact we make every day.

 

Everything we do is grounded in our three core principles:

• Do what’s best for our customers.
• Do what’s best for our team members.
• Don’t do things that suck.

Want to hear more from our team? Watch this video to gain insights into life at Critical Start or check out our Glassdoor reviews for an inside look.

 

What can we offer you?

• A chance to make an impact every day—whether protecting customers or contributing to a greater mission.
• Collaboration with talented, supportive teammates who value accountability and growth.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, striving for excellence, and breaking past mediocrity.
• A culture of learning, innovation, and inclusivity, where every idea matters.
• Recognition for being at the forefront of the industry—we’ve received accolades that prove we’re doing something right.
• A supportive environment where you belong and your contributions truly matter, as one team member put it: “Every day presents new challenges and opportunities for growth, and the culture is unlike any other.

Who You Are

Are you eager to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment that values independence and initiative? Do you prefer taking action rather than waiting for opportunities to come to you? If you're looking to develop full-cycle accounting skills in a close-knit team, this internship could be the perfect fit!

 

We’re looking for an Accounting Intern to join our team at our Plano, TX headquarters. This in-person internship runs from May 19, 2025, to August 22, 2025, with an expected commitment of 30 hours per week at a rate of $20.00 USD per hour. Please note that relocation and expense reimbursements are not provided for this position. If you're ready to jump in and grow your accounting expertise, apply today!

What You Will Be Doing?

• Performing daily processing of customer invoices and vendor bills. 
• Generating A/R & A/P aging reports and identifying key areas of risk to escalate to management. 
• Assisting in reconciling cash and credit card accounts. 
• Keeping customer records up to date by obtaining records from customers and tracking them in the appropriate place. 
• Assisting the team with audit requests as needed. 
• Reviewing & monitoring shared e-mail boxes to ensure completion of ad-hoc requests. 
• Performing accounting-related tasks as assigned by the Accounting Manager. 

What You Will Bring?

Required Qualifications: 

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, from an accredited institution. 
• Demonstrated attention to detail and efficient data processing and tracking. 
• Demonstrated problem-solving & critical thinking skills. 
• Experience with MS Office Suite with a high level of proficiency in Excel. 
• Must be an effective communicator. 
• Being a self-starter who is motivated to drive process improvement. 
• Must be comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. 
• Maintaining a high level of confidentiality at all times. 

What It's Like Working Here

Imagine a dynamic, enjoyable, and rewarding work environment. We are professionals, and the work we do holds immense significance, like saving our customers from potential disasters. However, we believe in not taking ourselves too seriously. 

  

Prefer a casual dress code every day? No problem, as we find comfort enhances our thinking. 

  

Our workplace in Plano, TX offers open offices, collaborative meeting spaces, phone rooms, and wellness rooms. In the breakroom, friendly competition arises with games like ping-pong, bubble hockey machine, foosball, or the gaming machine. What harm does a little healthy competition among friends do? 

 

What does our Compensation and Benefits package entail? 

• Competitive salary with bon