Accounting Intern

, Iowa

Internship Length: 45 hrs
Office Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Essential Functions:

· Assist controller, accountant and database managers to perform a variety of tasks

· Filing of Accounting documents.

· Data entry.

· Reconcile various accounting documents and data, confirm their accuracy.

· Help coordinate vendor statements (accounts payable) and invoices

· Will interface with other departments/divisions to exchange information.

· Help keep work areas neat and organized to promote positive image.

· Use appropriate behavior in keeping with the mission, vision and beliefs and in accordance with operating procedures and policies.

Minimum Requirements:

· Skills/Knowledge: Good communication and organization skills.

· Proficiency in applied math, accurate with numbers and reconciling data.

· Must be detail-oriented and able to follow directions.

· General understanding of principles of bookkeeping and accounting highly preferred.

· Experience with computers and accounting software (MS Excel or other spreadsheet) preferred.

· Prompt and dependable, takes pride and ownership in work.

· Must be a student with a positive attitude who is flexible.

· Professional and trustworthy conduct is required. Must be courteous and respectful.

· Business casual attire.

This description does not list all the duties. Interns may be asked to perform other duties by the staff or a supervisor. Interns will be evaluated on performance of the projects listed as well as interaction with employees and clients. Work hours will be negotiated with each candidate.

Safety expectations, including harassment, will be reviewed by the host.

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