Accounting Intern

Description

National Able Network, a dynamic and growing nonprofit agency specializing in the delivery of innovative employment and training programs, has an exciting opportunity for a service-oriented professional as a Temporary Accounting Intern. 

 Responsibilities:

• Assists with processing accounts payable and receivable. 
• Assists with month end close process, review and post accounting entries for depreciation expense, asset transfers, additions and asset retirements.
• Performs various bank reconciliations on a monthly basis.
• Performs various asset and liability reconciliations on a monthly basis.
• Reviews check requests for completeness and consistency.
• Enters and assists with weekly cash disbursements run.
• Enters new vendor information as needed.
• Assists with month end close process, review and post accounting entries for depreciation expense, asset transfers, additions and asset retirements.
• Produces supporting schedules for the monthly fixed asset roll-forward and analysis to detail and explain variances.
• Performs account reconciliation within the fixed asset area, including the investigation and resolution of discrepancies as well as supporting the monthly and year-end closing process.
• Prepares Daily Cash deposit.
• Evaluates current policies and procedures.
• Works closely with other accounting staff to assist with early identification of potential cost overruns and unbudgeted expenses.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must have excellent analytical and problem solving skills and be able to communicate effectively.
• Must be computer literate and highly proficient in use of computerized Excel spreadsheets and Outlook.
• Outstanding organizational skills, high attention to detail; self starter with consistent, reliable follow-through.
• Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple projects, work under pressure when necessary and meet established deadlines.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work on computer for extended periods of time.

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree candidate, majoring in finance or accounting.  
• Experience with accounts payable and receivable preferred.

 Benefits: 

•  PTO accrued based on Chicago Paid Leave Ordinance
• 401(k) w/Company Match

Interested candidates should submit a resume with cover letter and salary expectations

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability