An Accounting Intern is typically a college student or graduate student who works within a corporation or accounting firm on a temporary basis. Accounting Interns enter data into spreadsheets, check the accuracy of financial statements, complete balance sheets, organize important files and learn from the advice and expertise of the Senior Accountants around them.
Wat doet een Accounting Intern?
An Accounting Intern, or Finance Intern, is responsible for practicing their accounting knowledge and skills in a professional setting. Their duties include supporting accounting teams with various accounting projects and tasks as they gain more confidence within their desired industry.
Verantwoordelijkheden
Een Accounting Intern moet in staat zijn om verschillende taken en verantwoordelijkheden te vervullen. Hieronder staan enkele taken en verantwoordelijkheden die een Accounting Intern moet kunnen uitvoeren:
Monitor any discrepancies in payment, monitor for charges made on credit cards and record any returns.
Organize a financial filing system that is easily accessible.
Prepare accounting reports to be presented to senior management.
Track all payments made for tax preparation and follow up on returns.
Speak to clients about payments, refunds and statements.
Ensure that all clients receive their financial statements on time.
Ensure accuracy of financial statements, making sure that the final figures on statements are correct.
Assist with the balancing of the office/department budget.
Benodigde vaardigheden
Een concurrerende Accounting Intern zal bepaalde vaardigheden en kwalificaties hebben, waaronder:
Must either be a recent graduate or in the process of completing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting.
Proficient with computers and different finance software programs.
Must have effective written and verbal communication skills to build strong interpersonal relationships.
Have strong organization and time management skills with the ability to work without distraction.
Must have completed introductory accounting courses and have a basic understanding of financial principles.
Must have a very high sense of rigor to prevent any form of mistake that may occur in the process of documenting financial information.
Must be a team player and motivated to learn with a strong desire to take on a new challenge.
Soortgelijke aanbiedingen
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