Crash Champions

Accounting Intern

Crash Champions

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Location Type: Office

Location: WestmontIllinoisUnited States

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Salary

💰 $23 per hour

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About the role

  • Support the accounting and financial reporting teams by assisting with month-end close activities, financial analyses, and process documentation while gaining hands-on experience across core accounting functions.
  • Prepare and complete account reconciliations across various general ledger accounts.
  • Record journal entries, including recurring, adjusting, and consolidation entries.
  • Support the month end close cycle and gain hands on experience with accounting operational workflows.
  • Assist with tie outs of financial statements and supporting schedules.
  • Prepare supporting documentation for financial statement footnote disclosures.
  • Perform balance sheet and P&L fluctuation analysis to identify drivers behind period over period changes.
  • Run reports and general ledger detail queries to support accounting and financial reporting teams.
  • Extract and query financial data from ERP/reporting systems for journal entry creation and ad hoc requests.
  • Participate in efficiency and automation initiatives, including the utilization of Power BI or Alteryx.
  • Collaborate with cross departmental team members to resolve Finance Operations questions.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
  • Highly motivated and eager to learn in a fast paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including Pivot Tables/XLOOKUP’s.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze financial data for accuracy and consistency.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
  • Ability to demonstrate discretion and independent judgment when making decisions.
Benefits
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan with match
  • Referral Bonus (“Cash From Crash”)
  • 5 Paid Holidays
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
account reconciliationsjournal entriesfinancial analysesbalance sheet analysisP&L fluctuation analysisfinancial statement preparationdata extractiondata queryingprocess documentationfinancial reporting
Soft Skills
attention to detailanalytical skillscommunication skillsorganizational skillsproblem-solvingindependent judgmentmotivationability to prioritizecollaborationdiscretion