Accounting Intern
About The Position
AMERISAFE is seeking a detail-oriented, productivity driven professional to add to our “Excellence Team” based in DeRidder, LA. The intern will be responsible for a wide range of activities relating to financial accounting and reporting of a publicly traded insurance company to include, but not limited to, reconciliation of expenses and accruals; entry of general journal transactions; support of Statutory and GAAP accounting and financial statement preparation; support of tax and compliance reporting and compilation of data and reporting for Statutory and GAAP filings. This is a part time position for the purpose of giving college students who are pursuing a degree in a business-related field an opportunity to gain valuable insurance industry and accounting experience as well as receive an introduction to AMERISAFE, a leading high risk workers’ compensation company. Upon an offer and acceptance of employment with AMERISAFE, you will be required to complete our pre-employment screening, which includes a criminal background check, a 10-panel drug test and, if applicable, a review of your motor vehicle report. A 10-panel drug test includes amphetamine/methamphetamine, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine metabolite (BZE), marijuana metabolite (THCA), methadone, methaqualone, codeine/morphine, phencyclidine, propoxyphene.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in college program to obtain a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business
- Working knowledge of applicable personal computing technologies, including MS Excel, MS Word, Visio, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and MS Outlook email
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communications skills—written and verbal. Must communicate with co-workers and Management in a courteous and professional manner
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet financial reporting and other project deadlines
- Highly organized style, with demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently
- Proven ability to work closely with others in a team-oriented environment
- Must be detail oriented
- Maintain prompt and regular attendance
- Abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions that are given by Management
- Foster the AMERISAFE culture by embracing the pillars of consistency, focus, frugality, ownership, and service
Responsibilities
- Reconciliation of expenses, accruals, and account activity
- Compilation and reporting of data required for Statutory and GAAP compliance
- Preparation of tax forms to include income tax, premium tax and/or sales tax
- Support preparation of financial statements and related documents, as required
- Maintain Sox compliance and internal controls
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
