Accounting Intern

The Dana CompanyDes Moines, Iowa

$15 - $18 / hour

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Entry-level

Compensation

$15-$18/hour

Job Description

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and driven accounting intern. This position requires you to have a basic understanding of accounting processes, strong communication skills, and the ability to create trust with other employees. If you have a proven track record of excellent customer service, professionalism, and exceptional accounting skills you could be a great addition to our team. We are looking for someone to work from Mid-May to Mid-August.

Responsibilities

Ensure accounting transactions for an insurance office are recorded with utmost accuracy.
Complete daily accounting tasks such as recording cash receipts and processing disbursements.
Prepare monthly journal entries, financial statements, and supporting schedules.
Complete monthly account and revenue reconciliations.
Oversee client collections, invoicing, and agency billing tasks.
Assist with the creation of financial reports and verification of financial data.
Ensure accounting best practices, GAAP, and company policies are maintained.
Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

1-2 years of education in pursuit of an accounting degree.
Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-service focus.
Working knowledge of accounting cycle, GAAP, and cash management functions.
Desire to learn insurance accounting processes.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail, accuracy, and multi-tasking is essential.
Ability to use PC and widely used software packages, including spreadsheets (Excel).
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively within a team.
Ability to act and operate independently to accomplish objectives.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must have the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
Ability to learn industry-specific software programs.
Ability to work and react quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

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