Finance / Accounting Intern
Description Company is looking for a Finance/Accounting intern. The student filling this position will handle a wide range of important duties.
Responsibilities Assist with month-end financial reports Post journal entries Help with accounts receivable, payable and bank statement reconciliation Assist with audits Balance sheet reconciliation Work with the finance team on yearly forecasting efforts Manage the monthly tracking of our physical inventory
Support the payment processing team
Data entry
Credit checks
Requirements Applicants should be Business, Finance, Economics or Accounting majors with proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and excellent communication skills are all essential to this position.
Majors Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting
Position Summary: Accurately post the details from the bank deposits to the corresponding customer’s accounts. Actively work with AR Supervisor and Controller on month end close and Accounts Receivable process improvements
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Creates batches for posting customer invoice payments.
Post payments accurately and timely.
Communicate with customers regarding outstanding/skip invoices following recent payments.
Reconcile customer accounts
Verifies deposits and submits required documentation to accounting.
Researches and corrects billing discrepancies and misapplied payments.
Processes credit card payments
Scans batches, as required, for invoices and inbound payment documents.
Performs general office duties.
Performs wide range of duties in support of the total department.
Able to handle various job tasks simultaneously.
Processes payments matched to correct customers and proper general ledger accounts.
Assists customers with account reconciliation and resolves straightforward payment discrepancies.
Escalates issues to Credit, Operations, and/or Sales teams as needed
Resolves issues with customer cash application by understanding the issue, researching potential drivers and identifying potential solutions that meet the need of the company and the customer
Acts as a partner to Credit, Operations and Sales by quickly bringing issues to their attention, working with them to understand the cause of the problem
Works in line with internal partners preferences to resolve each issue and reach a solution.
Assists in audit requests as directed by management
Works collaboratively with peers to assist in resolving issues as needed.
Adjusts workflow when needed to help manage payment volumes or meet deadlines.
Participates in special projects as deemed necessary by credit and business management.
Other duties may be assigned.
Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Kissimmee, FL.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Working knowledge of SAP, Solomon and or Great Plains a plus
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Ability to handle a high volume of checks with attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Physical ability to lift 10 to 15 lbs
Repetitive use of hands and arms due to computer work
Eye strain from continual computer use
Education:
High School education or equivalent required
Associates degree with an accounting emphasis
Minimum work experience of two to three years
Perform basic math functions
Typing skills equal to 35 WPM preferred
Capable of communicating professionally with an acceptable use of English and spelling
Aptitude for strong organizational skills
Ability to work with people of various backgrounds