Accounting Intern - Boise, ID

Summary

As an intern in the Finance department at J.R. Simplot Company, you will support a large accounting team by assisting with various tasks and duties as assigned. The assignment is expected to last 12 months; part-time while school is in session, and full-time during the summer.  The candidate for this position must live locally.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and data entry
• Recording and maintaining accurate and complete financial records
• Month-end and year-end preparation including pulling and analyzing reports and posting assigned journal entries
• Prepare and review weekly costing reports
• Have the opportunity to lead and report on large projects

Typical Education

• Enrollment in an Academic accounting program, from a nationally accredited educational facility/university and working toward an accounting degree having completed at least an Intermediate Accounting course, is required.
• Must be at least a Junior or above in Accounting/Business program

Ideal Candidate

• Ability to quickly learn routine computer applications
• Self-starter with a working knowledge of excel
• Motivated to seek opportunities for growth and development
• Ability to communicate effectively with accountants and accounting managers within the Company
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a team environment
• Expected to work at least 20 hours per week during the school year

Required Certifications

Other Information

• Multiple positions available
• Duration:  Year round, full-time in the summer and 20 hours per week during school year
• Incumbents at this level are in a learning process. Detailed instructions are provided for work assignments. Work is routinely checked and supervisor is readily available to answer questions. Immediate supervision.