Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

We are looking for an ambitious Accounting Intern to provide support to the financial department by managing daily accounting tasks. This will be a 90 day employment intern position. You will be part of a team of professionals working to maintain order and transparency for the company’s finances. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail. 

· Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations.

· Assist with reviewing of expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned.

· Organize a financial filing system that is easily accessible.

· Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded.

· Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports.

· Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed.

· Assist with the implementation of fixed asset database.

· Assist with other accounting projects.

· Performs other related duties as directed.

Requirements

Experience, Education, and Licensure/Certification Requirements: 

· Must have completed introductory accounting courses and have a basic understanding of financial principles.

· Experience in agriculture and/or operations preferred.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Excellent knowledge of MS Office 

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Must work well with others as well as work independently. 

· Must be a team player and motivated to learn with a strong desire to take on a new challenge.

· Ability to fill-in for other positions in areas with limited staff availability

Physical Requirements: 

· Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. 

· Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds.