What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Intern position at Niles Enterprises?
Mission Statement: Unlocking potential while protecting your most critical assets.
Core Values: Care Trust Help (C.T.H.)
Summary Of Position
The Accounting Intern will support the Accounting team with day-to-day accounting activities, reporting, reconciliations, and special projects while gaining hands-on experience in a growing industrial services organization. The intern will work closely with accounting team members to develop an understanding of general ledger accounting, financial processes, month-end close activities, and internal controls while building practical business experience.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Core Values: Care Trust Help (C.T.H.)
Summary Of Position
The Accounting Intern will support the Accounting team with day-to-day accounting activities, reporting, reconciliations, and special projects while gaining hands-on experience in a growing industrial services organization. The intern will work closely with accounting team members to develop an understanding of general ledger accounting, financial processes, month-end close activities, and internal controls while building practical business experience.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Assist with account reconciliations and general ledger review.
- Support accounts payable and other transactional accounting activities.
- Assist with cash entries, banking activities, and Positive Pay processes.
- Participate in month-end close activities and financial reporting tasks.
- Support fixed asset tracking, reconciliations, and related accounting projects.
- Assist with work-in-progress (WIP) reviews, job audits, and vendor spend analysis.
- Gather, organize, and analyze accounting data using Vista, Spreadsheet Server, and Excel.
- Assist with inventory counts, process documentation, and continuous improvement projects.
- Participate in department meetings, cross-functional learning opportunities, and operational site visits.
- Complete special projects and present internship accomplishments and key learnings at the conclusion of the program.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting (preferred) or a related business field.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Previous accounting, bookkeeping, or office experience preferred.
- Experience with ERP or accounting software preferred.