Accounting Intern

Description

Pharmacists Mutual Insurance is looking for a part-time Accounting Intern, beginning in January 2025. The Accounting Intern will be given a variety of projects to manage and complete, which will provide them with insight and exposure to many areas within Accounting, including but not limited to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Financial Statements and Taxation. 

Essential Functions

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:    

• Assist with daily processing of incoming/outgoing funds, including completing the corresponding journal entries.
• Complete reconciliations of cash and other accounts.
• Assist with completion and filing of various state reports.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements.
• Complete various supporting schedules related to financial statements.
• Assist with various Accounting related projects, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge or exposure to the basic principles of accounting.
• Team player with ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.
• Effectively organizes and prioritizes work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work quickly, accurately and independently while paying close attention to detail.
• Utilize computer and related software effectively.

Qualifications

Experience and Education Qualifications

• Must have completed 1 year of college
• Pursuing a degree in Accounting or Finance
• Candidate must be willing to relocate to the Algona, IA, area for the time of the internship
  • Company will assist with finding housing.  Intern will be responsible for covering the expenses of the stay

Work Environment

Work Environment

• Primary work environment is in a climate-controlled office setting