Finance Intern: Ledger Work, Analytics & Automation

First Student; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

First Student is seeking an accounting-oriented candidate to support the general ledger and financial reporting. The role involves preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and assisting with process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting and demonstrate knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS Codification, with proficiency in MS Office and accounting software. English proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting.
• Familiarity with US GAAP and IFRS Codification.
• Experience with MS Office products and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, reviews, and adjusts journal entries.
• Performs reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
• Participates in Department Efficiency Teams including re-engineering and automation of accounting processes.
• Perform analytics on financial information with objective of ensuring information quality.
• Reports the company’s finances to management, offering suggestions about resource utilization, tax strategies, and assumptions underlying budget forecasts.
• Maintenance of fixed assets - property additions and disposals; personal, real estate and right of use assets.

Skills

Action oriented

Time management

Listening

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Accounting software

Job description

First Student is seeking an accounting-oriented candidate to support the general ledger and financial reporting. The role involves preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and assisting with process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting and demonstrate knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS Codification, with proficiency in MS Office and accounting software. English proficiency is required.