Accounting & Finance Intern — Real-World Impact

CRST The Transportation Solution; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site internship in Cedar Rapids

Job summary

CRST The Transportation Solution in Cedar Rapids, IA invites motivated students to join its Early Talent Program as an Accounting / Finance Intern. You will work on projects that apply classroom concepts to real-world transportation finance and gain hands-on experience.

You'll explore topics like ASC 842 lease accounting, AR/AP, month-end closing, and P&L reporting while collaborating with senior leaders. This on-site internship emphasizes practical learning and professional growth, with

Qualifications

• Pursuing a business-related 4-year bachelor's degree from accredited university.
• Junior-level college student majoring in Accounting, Finance, Data Analytics or similar.
• Minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Experience preferred but not required.
• Strong technical acumen and desire for a career in Accounting/Finance.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to multi-task and solve problems individually or in teams.
• Proactive self-starter with initiative and ownership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Maximizes relationships and fosters collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience with transportation-specific accounting topics (ASC 842, lease accounting, vehicle maintenance, insurance).
• Assist with accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Support month-end closing processes and financial reporting.
• Contribute to enterprise-wide accounting initiatives and projects.
• Develop understanding of account/P&L structures and reporting.
• Use Spreadsheet Server for financial analysis and reporting.
• Assist with McLeod (CRST ERP) deployment and operations.
• Participate in status meetings and team discussions.
• Present project outcomes to senior leadership at program end.
• Maintain regular attendance and support team needs.

Skills

Strong technical acumen

Strong communication skills

Self-starter

Team problem solving

Multi-tasking ability

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress (Accounting/Finance/Data Analytics or related)

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Spreadsheet Server

Job description

CRST The Transportation Solution in Cedar Rapids, IA invites motivated students to join its Early Talent Program as an Accounting / Finance Intern. You will work on projects that apply classroom concepts to real-world transportation finance and gain hands-on experience.

You'll explore topics like ASC 842 lease accounting, AR/AP, month-end closing, and P&L reporting while collaborating with senior leaders. This on-site internship emphasizes practical learning and professional growth, with