Accounting Intern

Daktronics • Strand, IA

5d • $18 - $20 • Remote

About The Position

Join Daktronics and be part of a team that creates cutting-edge digital LED display technology and audio systems. Experience the thrill of working on projects that bring excitement to sports events, attract customers worldwide, and guide people in their daily lives. At Daktronics, you’ll engage in meaningful work and have the chance to grow both personally and professionally. Our internships and student positions offer hands-on experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of our products and industry practices. You’ll have a mentor who will challenge you to find solutions, take initiative and develop a strong understanding of Daktronics products, practices, and procedures. We are committed to providing the resources and mentorship necessary to thrive in your position, ensuring you feel supported and are successful.

Requirements

• Full-time students currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's degree program related to Accounting.
• Completion of sophomore year in good academic standing.
• 3.0 GPA or greater.
• Able to take a semester off from school to complete the internship, if not already graduated.
• Must be able to commit to 40 hours per week.
• Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be submitted with application.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Self-motivation.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Avid interest in accounting and tax operations.
• Motivated to learn and become proficient in Daktronics specific ERP software.
• Proficient user of general Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Excel and Word.
• Self-motivated, flexible, organized, and strong need to work as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end financial close processes.
• Journal entry maintenance.
• Accounts receivable and accounts payable duties.
• Preparation of schedules for SEC filings.
• Financial statement preparation and publication.
• Assist with financial statement audit and internal control audits.
• Assist with month-end reconciliation process.
• Maintain and publish key reports for manufacturing and inventory items.
• Assist in analysis of labor and overhead rates.
• Prepare analysis by various costing methodologies.
• Support monitoring for system and transaction errors and make corrections.
• Assist with Services Accounting (billing, warranty accounting, and reporting).
• Sales Tax Filing (monthly/quarterly sales tax return preparation).
• Project accounting duties (monitoring under billings).
• Daily cash reporting and internal control testing.
• Cash flow monitoring and reporting.

Benefits

• employee discount program
• employee assistance program
• community donation program
• unpaid time off
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• leaves
• disability and accommodations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern