Accounting Intern PT Fall

GreatAmerica Financial Services Corporation; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

GreatAmerica Financial Services Corporation in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking an Accounting Intern to join a collaborative Finance group. You will gain hands-on experience with core accounting tasks and mentorship from experienced team members.

The role emphasizes general ledger reconciliations, month-end close support, audit assistance, and reporting for external customer programs, while strengthening Excel skills and business judgment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree in Accounting with a minimum GPA of 3.25.
• No prior work experience required; internships in finance/accounting are a plus.
• Must be detail oriented with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

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 and provide an outstanding GreatAmerica experience.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Initiative

Desire to learn

Education

Accounting degree (Bachelor's or Master's) GPA 3.25+

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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 reconciliationParticipate in month end closingAssist with annual financial statement auditPrepare and audit recurring operational reportsPrepare monthly reporting for various external customer programsParticipate in Accounting team strategic initiativesProvide an outstanding GreatAmerica experience to all customersTo be successful in this role you will need:EducationCandidate must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree or graduate degree in Accounting with a minimum GPA of 3.25ExperienceNo previous work experience required, but prior internships or work in finance/accounting are considered a plusComputer SkillsExperience with Microsoft ExcelOther RequirementsMust be detail oriented and have strong interpersonal and communication skillsMust demonstrate initiative, respond well to challenges and have a strong desire to learnMust demonstrate sound business judgmentAt GreatAmerica, we’re looking to grow our business through our people. Are you looking to grow your career? If so, submit your application at www.greatamerica.com/careers.