Accounting Intern

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process vendor invoices and manage accounts payable
• Assist with bookkeeping
• Maintains database by entering, verifying, and backing up data; create operating expense database for real estate portfolio
• Assist with ad hoc accounting projects as assigned by management
• Increases productivity by developing automated accounting applications; coordinating information requirements
• Create monthly expense reports/P&L’s and provide variance analysis for management review
• Review monthly expenses to ensure that expenses are booked correctly and work with the accounting team to make any necessary reclassification

• Assist with the preparation of construction related draws
• Assist with month-end close process including preparation of recurring journal entries, account reconciliations, and accounts analysis
• Assists with preparation of financial statements and related schedules
• Assist in the annual audit and tax compliance by providing supporting documentation and analysis
• Assist with various aspects of inter-company transactions
• Carries out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical and professional manner 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting (must have completed intermediate accounting courses)
• Proficiency in English language in written and verbal required

PREFERRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong understanding of accounting principles with an attention to detail
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from others
• Ability to efficiently multi-task, work well under pressure, meet deadlines and adjust priorities as needed
• Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to interpret data and present solutions to problems
• Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
• Accounting/GAAP knowledge
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (emphasis on Excel & Access)
• Ability to complete projects timely and accurately
• Calculative mind with problem solving skills
• Good attention to detail for purposes of finding some of the obscure facts in their line of work
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency

WAGE AND SCHEDULE:

• Initial salary shall be $13.50 per hour paid bi-weekly
• Must be able to commit 15-20 hours a week for a minimum of 12-16 weeks beginning in June.
• Work/Life/Fun balance in a casual and collaborative work environment! Team members enjoy company-wide events and celebrations.