Intern - Accounting

First Citizens Bank (Iowa)•Mason City, IA

About The Position

This position will expose the student to the workings of a financial institution. The student will assist in the organization and maintenance of key areas of the institution. This can include a range of technical projects to helping with daily tasks that support the student’s learning. The internship will focus on one or more of the following areas: retail, lending, information systems, accounting, marketing, wealth management and human resources.

Requirements

College-level student
Skill in performing basic mathematical principles (such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals) in account transactions.
Knowledge of the layout and functions of the computer keyboard and ten key adding machine; skill of using the touch system to perform data input.
Skill in working with the public, presenting a professional image of the bank, and servicing prospective and current customer inquiries, requests, and complaints.
Ability to travel as needed.
Knowledge/experience of business software programs such as Microsoft Office, Excel spreadsheets, etc.
Above average oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Assists staff members in the execution of tasks identified for the specific internship.
Documents work completed and reviews with appropriate officer.
Provides technical support in areas of expertise.
Supports area by completing filing of documents and any other recordkeeping responsibilities.
Shadow other staff members to help understand the work processes in identified department.
Becomes knowledgeable about the company’s structure and operations.
Provides clerical support by preparing correspondence, duplicating, compiling, inspecting, collating and filing documents, if needed.
Maintains customer confidence and protects bank operations by keeping information confidential.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Attends mandatory compliance and security sessions.
Monitors daily work for adherence to compliance and security regulations, policies/procedures, and promptly corrects any deficiencies.