Job Description

---CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES---

• ACCOUNTING

  • A/R: prepares deposits; processes credit card payments; reconciles merchant accounts; assists in maintenance of all A/R files.
  • A/P: processes purchase orders, bills, and receipts; prepares vendor checks; answers vendor inquiries; analyzes vendor accounts and negotiates extended terms; assists in maintenance of all A/P files.
  • Audits project, time and other company data.
  • Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.
    • *Aside: We use NetSuite as our accounting platform, and any new hire for this position shall be thoroughly trained to use it. 
    • OFFICE MANAGEMENT
      • Helps manage scheduling for the Team.
      • Runs errands as needed.
      • Responsible for data entry.
      • Creates and maintains process documents.
• • Organizes and monitors office operations and procedures such as personnel, information management, filing systems, requisition of supplies, and other clerical services.
    • Researches and develops resources that create timely and efficient workflow.
    • Establishes uniform correspondence practices and procedures.
    • Reviews clerical and personnel records to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness.

Qualifications

---REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS---

• EDUCATION: Possess or in pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business related major a plus
• EXPERIENCE: entry-level 0-1+ years bookkeeping experience and good knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• PLANNING/ORGANIZING - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.
• ANALYTICAL/PROBLEM SOLVING - Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Uses reason.
• QUALITY - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• TECHNICAL SKILLS - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues developmental opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Additional Information

DO INTERNS GET HIRED AT FORTHEA INTERACTIVE?

Forthea is growing very rapidly and every intern will have the opportunity to apply for a full-time position with our team. Staffing requirements will vary from time to time, but all intern resumes will be considered for full time employment.

WILL YOU HELP ME GET A JOB OUTSIDE OF FORTHEA INTERACTIVE, TOO?

If you’re awesome and we can’t offer you a job, the best thing we can do is to help launch your career. We WILL assist with resumes, give recommendations, make calls, write letters, even personally introduce you to key players in the field, and absolutely everything that we can to help you get established.

IS THERE ANY OTHER COMPENSATION?

School Credit is offered but not required. We will work to accommodate your schedule whenever possible. We understand you have classes, a job and in some cases, a family. We have an extensive library of books, e-books, and video tutorials that can be checked out or watched internally.

We accept three intern classes every year: Fall, Spring & Summer. Each class is roughly 12 weeks in length, with start dates as follows:

• Fall Class: First Monday in October
• Spring Class: First Monday in February
• Summer Class: Third Monday in May

We will accept applications up to one year in advance of a class’ start date. Each period shall have a limited class size/availability.

TO APPLY

Please apply through this listing by following the instructions provided and be sure to include the following:

• Resume/CV
• Current college transcript
• A cover letter with the following components:
  • Your year in school, major, and current GPA
  • 1-3 paragraphs explaining why you’re the right person for this opportunity
  • The Intern Class (Fall/Spring/Summer) you’d like to apply, including the times and dates you would be available to work at our office
  • 1 paragraph outlining your career goals and objectives

NO CALLS OR RECRUITERS, PLEASE.