Accounting Intern (Finance)

Accounting - Intern
General Description
The Accounting Intern is charged with the responsibility of assisting the Controller in executing accounting processes as assigned. She/he may help prepare financial statements, perform audits, assist in cycle counting, and assist in analysis as assigned.

This job description is intended to be an overview of the primary responsibilities for this position. All employees are charged with aiding in generally similar duties when management deems it necessary.
Organizational Relationships and Authority
The Engineering Intern is mentored by one of our Manufacturing Engineers and reports directly to the Engineering Manager. There are no direct management reports for this position. Engineering Interns collaborate extensively with the Operations Team.
Key Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of the Accounting Intern is to support the continuous improvement of GSM's accounting processes.

Potential Projects

· Reconciliation Automation
· Gross Margin Analysis
· Burden budget calculations
· Asset and Depreciation updates
· Costing model updates


Additional responsibilities include:
• Working on the floor in each department to understand GSM processes for an as time allows
Job Demands and Expectations
All Interns are expected to update job knowledge on an ongoing basis by identifying and participating in functionally related educational opportunities.
Qualifications and Competencies
To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess excellent ability for attention to detail. The Intern always maintains GSM's Core Values of Service, Integrity, Accountability, Curiosity, Teamwork and People, and maintains the strictest confidence regarding all issues and information related to the company's operations, its employee, financial matters, and personal matters of which the employee may become aware in the course of their work.

The individual will also maintain competence with the following programs and equipment:
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Laptop or desktop computer
• Office telephone system
• ERP System
General Competencies
• Attention to detail
• Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates engaging presentation skills; participates in meetings
• Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information
• Customer Relations: Responds promptly and effectively to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance in a friendly productive manner; meets commitments
• Problem Solving: Utilizes creative talents and skills to successfully resolve problems; develops solutions that work; works well with others to solve problems and resolve situations
• Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistent at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments prepared and on time
• Dependability: Follows procedures and responds to management direction takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits time necessary to reach goals; meets deadlines or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan