Accounting Intern

Job Description

Accounting Intern (Long Term) | Simplot Company

The Tone:
This is a long-term, in-person internship at Simplot Company, headquartered in Boise, Idaho. Simplot is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company, operating as a true farm-to-table enterprise with an integrated portfolio including food processing, food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching, and cattle production. This role is designed for an Accounting Intern to gain practical exposure to key controllership functions and contribute to meaningful projects supporting the business. The internship offers valuable opportunities to develop technical accounting skills, strengthen analytical capabilities, and build a strong foundation for future career growth within a professional and supportive environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Long-term
• Location: In-person Boise, ID
• Team: Collaborating with experienced accounting and finance professionals
• Mission: Support core controllership functions and contribute to meaningful financial projects that support the business.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Reporting Assistance: Assist with various accounting and financial reporting activities, specifically daily and weekly reporting requirements.
• Account Management: Prepare and process journal entries, alongside conducting monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Data Analysis: Perform financial data analysis and develop ad hoc reports to identify trends, discrepancies, or opportunities for process improvement.
• Team Collaboration: Partner actively with accounting team members to support ongoing business and financial initiatives across the organization.
• Special Projects: Participate in special projects designed to provide broad exposure to different areas of accounting and finance operations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in accounting from a nationally accredited college or university, with a minimum of junior standing. Successful completion of at least one Intermediate Accounting course is required.
• Experience: Foundational understanding of accounting concepts, demonstrated through coursework. Proven proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. A keen attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Bonus: A proactive willingness and eagerness to learn new systems and tools relevant to accounting and finance functions.