Accounting Intern Job at Clearance Jobs in Springville

Accounting Intern

The Accounting Intern will play a key role in supporting CenCore's corporate accounting and finance team, located in Springville, Utah. This paid student internship/part-time job offers hands-on experience in a variety of accounting functions through on-the-job training. The intern will work directly under the supervision of CenCore's Corporate Controller, gaining exposure to daily accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate, maintain, and review for accuracy the company's daily journal entries
• Review credit card transactions for proper project accounting
• Assist in ensuring accounts payable are paid in a timely manner
• Assist in ensuring accounts receivable are collected in a timely manner, actively managing weekly reports and next steps regarding overdue invoices
• Apply cash payments to open A/R accounts and manage weekly reports regarding open A/R balances
• Participate in other cross-functional projects as required by management
• Assist with the monthly close process to issue timely, accurate, and complete financial statements
• Work with the Accounting Manager to obtain/recommend benchmarks and assist in developing reports for management

Compliance

• Help maintain an adequate system of accounting records and controls to mitigate risk, enhance accuracy, and ensure compliance with DCAA and GAAP financial reporting standards
• Provide information to external and government auditors during audits
• Assist in oversight of local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings