Part-Time Student – Accounting Operations

John Deere; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

John Deere is seeking a part-time student intern for the Accounting Operations team at Johnston, IA. This in-person role supports monthly close activities, journal entries, and financial reporting while contributing to process improvements.

The position targets a sophomore–senior student with strong Excel skills, effective communication, and attention to detail; hours range 16–20 per week during the academic year and 35–40 per week in summer.

Qualifications

• Must be a full-time student enrolled in a US college/university.
• Sophomore, junior or senior with a 3.0+ GPA and Spring 2027 graduation or later.
• Available to work 16–20 hours per week during the academic year and 35–40 hours per week during the summer.
• Strong communication, attention to detail and Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly accounting close activities and reconciliations.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reports and supporting schedules.
• Support process improvements to automate and streamline workflows.
• Collaborate on controls, compliance and financial reporting projects.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Full-time student (US college/university)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Part-Time Student - Accounting Operations - Johnston, IA | John Deere

The Tone:

This is a part-time student position at John Deere, located onsite in Johnston, IA, within John Deere Financial Worldwide Headquarters. John Deere is dedicated to addressing the global challenge of feeding, clothing, and housing an expanding population, projected to reach over 9 billion by 2050, by advancing its technology and investing in its workforce. This role offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the company's financial operations, helping to ensure the efficiency and accuracy that support John Deere's mission to make the world a better place.

The TL;DR

• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time (Academic Year), Full-time (Summer Semester)
• Location: In-person Johnston, IA
• Team: Accounting Operations team within John Deere Financial Worldwide Headquarters, operating under the Accounting and Finance function.
• Mission: Support John Deere's financial operations by assisting with accounting close activities, financial reporting, and process improvement initiatives to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, data analytics and reporting tools

What You'll Actually Do

• Close Support: Assist with monthly and quarterly accounting close activities, including performing account reconciliations and preparing supporting documentation.
• Reporting & Entries: Prepare and review journal entries, reports, and associated supporting schedules.
• Process Enhancement: Participate in process improvement initiatives aimed at automating and streamlining accounting workflows.
• Compliance & Controls: Collaborate with Accounting Operations team members on projects related to controls, compliance, and financial reporting.
• Data Analysis: Utilize data analytics and reporting tools for various accounting tasks and insights.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in a U.S. accredited college/university, holding sophomore, junior, or senior status. Candidates must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above and an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2027 or later.
• Experience: No specific prior work experience is required. Candidates must be available to work 16-20 hours per week during the academic year and 35-40 hours per week during the summer semester. The ability to commute to the Johnston, IA work location year-round is essential, as relocation assistance is not provided.
• Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, a high level of attention to detail and accuracy, and proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Bonus: Ideally, candidates will be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, although applicants from other fields may also be considered.