Accounting Intern

Allen Lund Company, Inc. • Des Moines, IA

38d • $0 - $16

About The Position

Allen Lund Company is looking for an energetic, detail-minded Accounting Intern to dive into the core financial hub of our branch operations! Reporting to branch leadership, this hands-on internship offers a clear, practical look into corporate accounting, freight file settlement, accounts receivable, and carrier setup. Instead of getting stuck with dry textbook theory, you'll gain practical experience managing real billing workflows, conducting financial verifications, working with freight brokers, and ensuring carriers get paid accurately and on time. If you have an eye for numbers, enjoy solving real business puzzles, and want to build a standout resume in corporate finance and logistics, this opportunity is built for you!

Requirements

• Currently enrolled undergraduate student or recent graduate in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail with an analytical approach to matching numbers, verifying documents, and catching discrepancies.
• Solid digital literacy and comfort navigating spreadsheets, accounting platforms, and Google Workspace.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills for phone and email interactions with carriers, shippers, and internal teams.
• Organized multi-tasker who enjoys solving practical problems and collaborating in a supportive team setting.

Nice To Haves

• No prior freight accounting experience required—we provide full training and mentorship!

Responsibilities

• Review Bills of Lading (BOLs), verify that loaded quantities match delivered cargo with zero damages, and resolve discrepancies directly with freight brokers prior to settlement.
• Process carrier and third-party invoices, issue Comchecks and quick pays, balance freight files, and forward completed paperwork to corporate accounting for payment.
• Assist with onboarding carrier partners, ensure proper documentation reaches Carrier Resources, contact insurance providers for updated Certificates of Insurance (COIs), and complete reference checks.
• Input and verify invoicing details for shippers, run weekly receivables reports to catch invoicing errors or adjustments, handle AR inquiries, and learn the fundamentals of the corporate collections process.
• Collaborate directly with carriers, factoring companies, and brokers to resolve A/P issues, track delinquent Proof of Deliveries (PODs), and manage uninvoiced files.
• Maintain organized filing systems for settled freight files, update customer platforms, and perform essential daily office operations.

Benefits

• Gain practical corporate experience
• Work with supportive leaders who value your growth
• Build a resume packed with industry-recognized accounting, logistics, and financial management skills.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree