Accounting Intern

Applied Optimization (AO) Job Description

Job Title: Accounting Intern                                     Reports to: Accountant

FLSA Status: Part-Time (Non-Exempt)                   Department: G&A 

Position Objective:

• Performs accounting functions accurately and consistently and assist with special projects

Essential Functions:

• Post financial data to appropriate accounts
• Pre-audit, verify, and process employee expense claims reviewing rules for employee compliance
• Assist with paying bills
• Assist with accounting for customer property and maintaining property logs
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements on a monthly basis
• Create, update, and reconcile cost accounting spreadsheets with information in the accounting system
• Support processing payroll on a monthly basis
• Ensure accuracy and follow documentation procedures for all work; maintain notebook of daily activities and provide weekly report of work
• Compose routine letters and reports using instructions or guidelines of the work area
• Other various duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a program related to the field of accounting with a superior academic record
• Understanding of basic accounting functions (A/R, A/P, reconciliations, journal entries, etc.)
• Attention to detail and effective time and schedule management skills
• Effective organizing, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt within a small team to support evolving customer requirements
• Ability to execute instructions and communication in written, oral, and diagram form
• Demonstrated strong writing, fact-gathering, and analytical skills
• Basic computer and software skills including but not necessarily limited to Microsoft Office products (e.g., Outlook, Word, and Power Point) and QuickBooks; advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• College sophomore or junior with cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.5 or higher
• Knowledge of payroll practices
• Knowledge of QuickBooks or other accounting software

Citizenship/Security Clearance Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder

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About Our Internships:

Hours: The internship is a part-time, year-round position that requires a minimum of sixteen hours per week of work. The hours are flexible and they can change from one semester to another based on the student’s class schedule. The weekly hours can be adjusted to balance for the examinations, tests and project submissions.

About Us: 

Applied Optimization is a growing organization located in Fairborn, OH. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary that is commensurate with qualifications and a comprehensive benefits package. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  Find out more about us at www.appliedO.com.

This job description is subject to change.

To apply, please email your resume to HR@appliedo.com.