Job Summary:
Job Title: Accounting Intern
Reports To: Accounting Manager
Status: Hourly
Under the direction of Accounting Department Leadership, the Accounting Intern will have the opportunity to learn Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger Entry and Reconciliation processes as well as Financial Reporting.
This is an opportunity to develop accounting skills, experience professional growth, and make significant contributions to our company.
The primary focus of this position will be processing company-wide expenses with additional opportunities to participate on finance/accounting related process improvement projects and responsibilities.
Job Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Process accounts payable (AP) invoices ensuring transactions are processed timely and accurately
Perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts
Reconcile vendor statements against AP records in financial system
Identify and implement process improvements in accounts payable
Develop in depth knowledge of accounting software platforms; assist with system conversions and implementation
Build and maintain positive working relationships
Complete other accounting-related projects and responsibilities
Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Working towards a degree in business related field (preferably accounting or finance); junior or senior standing preferred
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including ability to deliver presentations
High degree of attention to detail
Continuous improvement mindset
High degree of professionalism
Exceptional time management skills
Working knowledge of basic computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook etc.
)
Ability to work independently and within a group setting
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described below is representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Able to sit or stand 75% of the time
Continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills
WORK SCHEDULE
The Accounting Intern is a part-time, hourly role.
Company Overview: Founded in 1946 as Skogen's IGA, Festival Foods is a Wisconsin family- and employee-owned grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and to providing guests with exceptional service and value.
The company, which began operating as Festival Foods in 1990, employs more than 8,000 full- and part-time associates and operates +40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.
At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all.
We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and talents.
Festival Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates, products, and our community strengthen our ability to serve our guests, as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people.
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