Paid Accounting Intern: Close & Reconciliation

Kinsley Power Systems; Independence, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Olin is ALL IN in Independence, Missouri, offering an Accounting Intern role for undergraduate or graduate students. Pay is $25.00/hour for undergrads and $33.00/hour for grads, with responsibilities in financial reporting, account reconciliations, data analysis and month-end close.

The intern will work with the Finance and Accounting team, gain hands-on experience in accounting processes and controls, and develop technical and analytical skills while collaborating across business functions.

Qualifications

• Enrolled at an accredited college or university majoring in an undergraduate or graduate Finance, Accounting, or business-related degree program (or pending enrollment in a Master's program in one of these disciplines)
• Must have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale at all times throughout your time at Olin. An official transcript will be required each term. Cumulative GPA on current institution transcript will be used in transfer college situations.
• Ability to work continuously throughout the year, can be part-time (20 hours per week) while taking classes. Not eligible for virtual work.
• Experience in ammunition and firearms with a knowledge of shooting sports industry is preferred
• Must have completed sophomore year (or 60 completed credit hours) prior to first rotation with Olin
• Must possess a valid US Driver's license
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with the U.S. Department of Justice and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
• Independence Location Only: This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. The U.S. Government does not allow non-U.S. citizens onsite at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant (Independence, Missouri). Therefore, to be considered in the hiring process, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the monthly financial close process and completing assigned accounting tasks
• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining supporting documentation
• Support account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies and variances
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to collect, validate, and organize financial information
• Assist with ad hoc financial analyses, reporting requests, and special projects

Education

Finance/Accounting or business-related degree (undergraduate or graduate)

Job description

Olin is ALL IN in Independence, Missouri, offering an Accounting Intern role for undergraduate or graduate students. Pay is $25.00/hour for undergrads and $33.00/hour for grads, with responsibilities in financial reporting, account reconciliations, data analysis and month-end close.

The intern will work with the Finance and Accounting team, gain hands-on experience in accounting processes and controls, and develop technical and analytical skills while collaborating across business functions.