Accounting Intern

United Regional • Wichita Falls, TX

7d

About The Position

Summary of Essential Functions
Observe and shadow experienced members of the Accounting department, gaining insights into their duties and responsibilities.
Demonstrate proficiency in preparing financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements, and financial analysis.
Utilize Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and analytics software effectively for financial data management and analysis.
Execute tasks related to research, filing, data entry, and maintenance of accurate and complete financial records.
Take on additional tasks or projects to expand knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and financial operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing or intending to pursue the following degrees/majors: Bachelor or Master of Accounting, Finance, or other related degree.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Must possess technical and professional financial skills and have familiarity with information systems and processes.
• Must be able to perform and variety of duties ranging from direct involvement in analysis to communicate with others regarding compiled results.
• Personal computer, system terminals and other office equipment and 10-key by touch are a plus.
• May be expected to lift over twenty-five (25) pounds.
• Ability to distinguish between numbers and symbols.
• Corrected vision and hearing to normal or near normal range.

Responsibilities

• Shadowing members of the Accounting department as they perform their duties.
• Prepare financial reports, such as balance sheets and income statements, and other documents.
• Responsible for the preparation of work papers and schedules reconciling various balance sheet accounts at the end of each accounting period and preparing journal entries for input.
• Assist with research, filing, data entry, and recording and maintaining accurate and complete financial records.
• Provide monthly variance analysis for month-end financial reporting package.
• Assist in the preparation, compilation, and reporting of the annual operating budget and financial planning processes.
• Learn financial analysis and design, operational processes, databases, data management techniques, reporting tools and methods.
• Work with ERP and analytics software (e.g., Tableau, Strata, Oracle).
• Taking on additional tasks and projects to learn more about accounting and financial operations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED