Accounting Intern

Cencore•Springville, UT

42d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Working toward a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Sophomore or Junior Candidates preferred)
Intermediate Excel capabilities
Understanding of basic accounting/business principles
Data entry experience
Basic understanding of GAAP accounting
Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills
Effective communication skills
Developed attitude of professional skepticism
Ability to work in Springville, Utah - this is an in-person position

Nice To Haves

Experience with QBO
Bookkeeping experience
VBA/Macro capabilities
Understanding of internal controls
Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end close process

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
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