Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Accounting or Finance Intern AAA Southern New England - Providence RI

Professor' Griffin's comment:  although this is labeled as a finance internship, it is really more of an accounting internship as it is project based and involves the accounting for fixed assets and leases.  I believe this would be an excellent opportunity for a junior, senior or even a May grad. 

If interested, click here to apply: https://re12.ultipro.com/AAA1001/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*C6C4CBB0AB01CF94&__jbsrc=ED9949FA-EFA9-4808-BEB0-3D9596E1203A

Finance Intern
AAA Southern New England - Providence, RI
AAA Northeast is one of the largest and most innovative membership organizations in North America. It is a multi-business organization comprising more than 60 locations in a six-state area. We provide valuable roadside service to our 5.1 million members, as well as many specialized services such as Financial Services & Loans, Insurance, Travel, Discounts, Auto Glass, and Driver Training. AAA is a key advocate for issues impacting the traveling public, such as highway safety, road maintenance and related legislation. We have a unique organizational model and many of our businesses are the largest and most sought after in their industries. AAA Northeast employees help and serve as a way of life. Through a 100-year legacy of service stewardship, our employees make valuable contributions to our workplace and the community that surrounds us. In order to continue our mission, our organization is expanding and we need talented people to work alongside us in creating our next 100 years.

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Senior Manager, General Accounting, the Finance Intern will gain an understanding of general accounting by assisting in preparing reconciliation of fixed assets, lease payments, and property taxes. Individual will assist in preparing monthly general ledger journal entries, performing account reconciliations and analysis, and special projects.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with special fixed asset project. Assemble invoice documentation for assets that were capitalized and depreciated in prior years. Work with Senior Manager to validate the depreciation expense recorded in prior years and prepare adjustments as needed. Assemble invoice documentation for equipment / maintenance expenditures for prior years for manager’s review.

Primarily responsible for assisting in accumulating the cost of newly-acquired fixed assets (both tangible and intangible), tracking existing fixed assets, recording depreciation and accounting for the disposition of fixed assets.

Assist in the maintenance of the leasing database which tracks lessor and lessee payments. Assist in the calculation of common area maintenance charges (CAM) due from lessees.

Assist in property tax filings and track property tax payments to ensure that all payments have been made. For tangible property tax valuations, ensure agreement to amounts filed by the Club and assist in resolving discrepancies.

Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts; ensure timely and accurate completion of required standard journal entries to facilitate monthly closing; track monthly accruals to ensure accuracy of financial reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or recently graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. Demonstrated proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite products, particularly Excel. Ability to quickly develop a working knowledge of department software applications. Strong mathematical and analytical skills required; attention to detail. Good organizational and time management skills. Strong customer service focus, with the ability to develop effective working relationships.