Accounting Internship

Barge Design Solutions • Nashville, TN

2d

About The Position

Barge Design Solutions is looking for a skilled, focused Accounting Intern to support the Accounting Department of a tenured, growth focused engineering firm with the full cycle monthly accounting process including treasury, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger transactions, monthly reconciliations, project accounting, tax and business license management and comparative analysis.
We are looking for someone who likes to be challenged with growth opportunities through direct experience, job shadowing of team members, and being a part of a team with a mindset of excellence and collaboration.

Requirements

• Obtaining a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, economics, or a related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with advanced functionality including pivot tables, data extraction, and formulas.
• Strong verbal and written skills with proficiency in communication
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced, deliverables focused environment.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily reconciliation of cash receipts and bank deposits.
• Review monthly bank activity and general ledger for accurate reporting.
• Review wire and ACH payment activity.
• Partner with the Accounts Receivable team to understand full client invoicing, review, and payment processes.
• Assist with invoice and deposit corrections resulting from client payments and cash activity.
• Review aged accounts receivable and understand client follow up and collection process.
• Assist Accounts Payable team with vendor setup including W-9, ACH setup, and entry in ERP system.
• Review weekly payment runs for accuracy.
• Assist with monthly lease payments and lease software input.
• Review monthly account reconciliations and assist with identifying corrections needed.
• Assist with streamlining journal entry input process and template creation.
• Work with Project Accounting team to understand project creation cycle from assigning project numbers to setup and validation.
• Review IPR variance thresholds and develop understanding of project revenue and WIP recognition.
• Collaborate with administrative team on multiple entity business license and business personal property tax annual renewals.
• Assist with entry of completed licenses and applications into license collection software.

Benefits

• Experience with a strong firm that will provide real world experience.
• Exposure to an exciting industry filled with professionals who strive for excellence and client satisfaction.
• Insight into the challenges and wins of a growing organization embracing technology and available tools to facilitate that growth.
• Ability to experience intentional mentoring and training for future career growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees