Accounting Intern PT Fall

GreatAmerica Bank National Association; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

GreatAmerica Bank National Association is seeking an Accounting Intern to join our collaborative Finance Group. This internship provides hands-on experience, mentorship from experienced team members, and the opportunity to independently own recurring responsibilities while building accounting knowledge.

You will gain practical Excel skills as you perform general ledger reconciliations, participate in month-end closing, assist with audits, and prepare monthly reports for external customer

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree in Accounting.
• Minimum GPA 3.25.
• Experience not required; internships in finance/accounting are a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• General ledger account reconciliation.
• Participate in month end closing.
• Assist with annual financial statement audit.
• Prepare and audit recurring operational reports.
• Prepare monthly reporting for external customer programs.
• Participate in Accounting team strategic initiatives.
• Provide an outstanding GreatAmerica experience to all customers.

Skills

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

GreatAmerica is a highly successful entrepreneurial company providing equipment financing to businesses across the United States. Our exemplary customer service, our principle-centered business philosophy and our team-based operating approach are key to our success and growth. We have also recently become a bank!

We are Looking to Add a Key Member to Our Finance Group! The GreatAmerica Accounting Internship provides hands-on experience as part of a strong and collaborative Accounting team. The intern will receive mentorship from experienced team members while independently owning recurring responsibilities and contributing to meaningful accounting work. Through this experience, the intern will strengthen their accounting knowledge, develop practical Excel skills, and gain capabilities they can apply in school and future career opportunities.

As an Accounting Intern, you will:

• General ledger account reconciliation
• Participate in month end closing
• Assist with annual financial statement audit
• Prepare and audit recurring operational reports
• Prepare monthly reporting for various external customer programs
• Participate in Accounting team strategic initiatives
• Provide an outstanding GreatAmerica experience to all customers

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Education Candidate must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree or graduate degree in Accounting with a minimum GPA of 3.25
• Experience No previous work experience required, but prior internships or work in finance/accounting are considered a plus
• Computer Skills Experience with Microsoft Excel
• Other Requirements Must be detail oriented and have strong interpersonal and communication skills Must demonstrate initiative, respond well to challenges and have a strong desire to learn Must demonstrate sound business judgment

At GreatAmerica, we're looking to grow our business through our people. GreatAmerica is the largest independent, family-owned national commercial equipment finance company in the U.S. and is dedicated to helping manufacturers, vendors, and dealers be more successful and keep their customers for a lifetime. With a focus on the small ticket vendor and OEM finance channel we have partnered with some of the largest and industry leading companies in the Office Equipment, Communications, IT, Automotive, Construction, Healthcare, and Franchise market sectors. In addition to financing, GreatAmerica offers innovative non-financial services to help our customers grow. We have also recently become a bank! At GreatAmerica we enjoy the benefits of being independent and family-owned, fostering quick decision making, customer response and innovation. Established in 1992 our team has grown to over 750 employees and a portfolio of over $3+ Billion. Our exemplary customer service, principle-centered business philosophy and team-based operating approach are key to our success and growth. With a strong balance sheet and consistent financial performance through all economic cycles, GreatAmerica has experienced amazing results and unparalleled growth.

When you are part of the GreatAmerica team, you will grow professionally and work with some of the most talented finance professionals in the industry. There is no doubt in our minds we are building the greatest company of its kind, offering the finest products and services available anywhere. When you are part of the GreatAmerica team, you are part of the future, part of an opportunity to grow professionally and to reach your potential while enjoying your work.