What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Intern (Temporary/Part-Time) position at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions?
Job Description
Kratos Microwave, Inc., a Kratos' company, is looking for temporary, part-time Accounting Intern to work onsite at their San Jose location.This position is for a junior or senior college student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises.
At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions—always striving to do the right thing.
Kratos offers medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more.
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
The Accounting Intern supports the Accounting team by assisting with routine accounting tasks that help ensure accurate and timely financial records. Under close supervision, this role checks and verifies cost accounting and accounts payable records, prepares basic invoices and vouchers, posts ledger and journal entries, files documents, and assists with balancing accounts payable and receivable. The intern will use office-automated systems to input data, generate reports, conduct simple research, and respond to internal inquiries. This role may also help reconcile accounts and learn a specific phase of the accounting cycle.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Experience And Skills
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEO Is The Law
Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
Kratos Microwave, Inc., a Kratos' company, is looking for temporary, part-time Accounting Intern to work onsite at their San Jose location.This position is for a junior or senior college student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises.
At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions—always striving to do the right thing.
Kratos offers medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more.
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
The Accounting Intern supports the Accounting team by assisting with routine accounting tasks that help ensure accurate and timely financial records. Under close supervision, this role checks and verifies cost accounting and accounts payable records, prepares basic invoices and vouchers, posts ledger and journal entries, files documents, and assists with balancing accounts payable and receivable. The intern will use office-automated systems to input data, generate reports, conduct simple research, and respond to internal inquiries. This role may also help reconcile accounts and learn a specific phase of the accounting cycle.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Learn and apply basic accounting job skills while following company policies and procedures.
- Perform routine, well defined assignments that require limited judgment.
- Enter data into accounting systems, prepare routine reports, and maintain organized records.
- Assist with posting ledger and general journal entries and processing invoices and vouchers.
- Support balancing and reconciliation of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Conduct simple research and respond to internal inquiries using company systems.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive company and financial information.
- Follow detailed instructions and work under close supervision.
- Collaborate primarily with the immediate team, with limited external interaction.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience And Skills
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Basic understanding of accounting principles or coursework in accounting.
- Strong attention to detail and organization.
- Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.
- Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
- Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and the public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.
- Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing, and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment, and changes, and more.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job.
- A Junior or Senior college student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Open Cubicle Environment
- Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
- Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEO Is The Law
Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.