Accounting Intern

, Iowa

Internship Length: 45 hrs
Office Hours: varies

Requirements:

· Student will be required to meet with potential host, prior to final confirmation.

· Student must provide immunization records and be current on all vaccinations. Influenza is required after Oct 1st.

· Student must be able to complete 2 hours or more on site, per scheduled shift.

· Adhere to department requirements for processes and procedures as listed in job descriptions functions.

· Ability to follow instructions. Must have strong organizational and communication skills, be a team player, and enjoy working with the public without bias or prejudice.

· Must be detail-oriented. Professional and trustworthy conduct is required. Student must be courteous and respectful.

Experience/Education:

· Must be a high school student in good standing. Must be poised, mature and possess a positive attitude while being flexible.

· Attire - Compass Memorial's Dress Code and Appearance policy must be followed and will be provided to student prior to start date.

· Must enjoy working with all age groups without prejudice or bias.

· Must exercise confidentiality of patient and hospital information.

· Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull objects weighing at least 25 pounds.

Qualifications:

· Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills

· Positive, service-oriented individuals

· Good organizational and telephone skills

· Strong computer skills

· Must be able to communicate clearly

· Demonstration of effective interpersonal skills

Competencies:

· Understanding and following directions

· Work effectively with others and without direct supervision

· Working with confidential documents and records

· Acting without waiting for instructions

· Ability to communicate in writing and verbally

· Attention to detail

· Knowledge of effective hand hygiene

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, and 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.

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

Safety expectations, including harassment, should be reviewed with the host.

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