Accounting Intern

Job Description

Accounting Co-op | Cirrus

The Tone:
This is an Accounting Co-op position at Cirrus, a manufacturing company. The role offers hands-on experience supporting the accounting team in day-to-day financial operations, month-end close activities, financial reporting, and process improvement initiatives. This position provides practical exposure to a variety of accounting functions, financial systems, internal controls, and business processes within a manufacturing environment. The co-op will work closely with accounting professionals and cross-functional teams, contributing to accurate financial reporting and operational excellence.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Not specified in the job description
• Team: Accounting team, collaborating with Finance, Operations, and other departments
• Mission: Support accurate financial reporting and operational excellence through hands-on accounting assistance.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Tools: Excel, PowerPoint, Word

What You’ll Actually Do
• Support Financial Operations: Assist with the preparation of journal entries and supporting documentation for daily financial activities.
• Perform Account Reconciliations: Support monthly balance sheet reconciliations and perform detailed account analysis.
• Contribute to Financial Close: Assist with both month-end and year-end close activities to ensure timely completion.
• Manage Financial Data: Maintain prepaid expenses and accrual schedules, and compile, organize, and reconcile financial data from various systems.
• Assist with Reporting and Audits: Support financial reporting processes and respond to audit requests as needed.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Active Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience: Willing and able to enroll in a Co-Op or internship credit course, fulfilling all requirements to receive academic credit or degree progress. This includes providing any school documentation required for participation in a Co-Op Program and completing the entire duration of the internship.
• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills. Possesses the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and meet deadlines. Exhibits strong organizational and time management capabilities. Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.