Finance Intern (Part-Time)

CrossCountry Freight Solutions, Inc.; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions, Inc. in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Finance Intern to support day-to-day accounting tasks and gain hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will assist with financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end close, and various finance projects.

The role requires current enrollment in an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, or Business. Proficiency in Excel and strong attention to detail are essential for success in this internship.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of accounting and finance principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas).
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Prior accounting or finance experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Month-End Closing: Assist with month-end close activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and gathering supporting documentation.
• General Accounting: Assist with general accounting activities and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Fixed Assets: Assist with maintaining fixed asset records and supporting related accounting activities.
• Financial Reporting: Support the preparation of financial reports, schedules, and analysis.
• Audit Support: Assist with gathering documentation and information for internal and external audits.
• Continuous Improvement: Support Finance projects and assist with identifying opportunities to improve processes and reporting.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Finance team and other departments to support daily financial activities and projects.
• Perform other Finance-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Meet deadlines

Teamwork

Education

Accounting/Finance/Business degree (pursuing)

Tools

Excel

Job description

PAY:

$17-$20/hour (based on education and experience).

REPORTS TO:

Controller

DIRECT REPORTS:

No

LOCATION:

Bismarck, ND (On-site position; must reside locally and be authorized to work in the U.S.)

JOB SUMMARY

The Finance Intern will support the Finance team with day-to-day accounting and financial activities while gaining hands-on experience in a professional setting. This role will assist with financial reporting, account reconciliations, month-end close, and other Finance projects, giving the intern exposure to a variety of areas across the department.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Month-End Closing: Assist with month-end close activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and gathering supporting documentation.
• General Accounting: Assist with general accounting activities and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Fixed Assets: Assist with maintaining fixed asset records and supporting related accounting activities.
• Financial Reporting: Support the preparation of financial reports, schedules, and analysis.
• Audit Support: Assist with gathering documentation and information for internal and external audits.
• Continuous Improvement: Support Finance projects and assist with identifying opportunities to improve processes and reporting.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Finance team and other departments to support daily financial activities and projects.
• Perform other Finance-related duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Skills and Knowledge

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of accounting and finance principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas).
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Prior accounting or finance experience is a plus, but not required.

Work Conditions

• Generally, a standard office environment.
• Sitting required approximately 90% of the time.
• Repetitive hand motion.
• Long periods of sitting and working on a personal computer.
• Ability to concentrate on detail 95% of the time.