Job Summary

Job Title: Accounting Intern

Reports To: Accounting Manager

Status: Hourly

Under the direction of Accounting Department Leadership, the Accounting Intern will have the opportunity to learn Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger Entry and Reconciliation processes as well as Financial Reporting. This is an opportunity to develop accounting skills, experience professional growth, and make significant contributions to our company. The primary focus of this position will be processing company-wide expenses with additional opportunities to participate on finance/accounting related process improvement projects and responsibilities. 

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process accounts payable (AP) invoices ensuring transactions are processed timely and accurately
• Perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts
• Reconcile vendor statements against AP records in financial system
• Identify and implement process improvements in accounts payable
• Develop in depth knowledge of accounting software platforms; assist with system conversions and implementation
• Build and maintain positive working relationships
• Complete other accounting-related projects and responsibilities
• Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working towards a degree in business related field (preferably accounting or finance); junior or senior standing preferred
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including ability to deliver presentations
• High degree of attention to detail
• Continuous improvement mindset
• High degree of professionalism
• Exceptional time management skills
• Working knowledge of basic computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook etc.)
• Ability to work independently and within a group setting

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described below is representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Able to sit or stand 75% of the time
• Continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills

WORK SCHEDULE

The Accounting Intern is a part-time, hourly role.

Company Overview

Founded in 1946 as Skogen's IGA, Festival Foods is a Wisconsin family- and employee-owned grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and to providing guests with exceptional service and value. The company, which began operating as Festival Foods in 1990, employs more than 8,000 full- and part-time associates and operates 40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin. At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Festival Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates, products, and our community strengthen our ability to serve our guests, as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people.