Accounting Intern

Job Details:

Job Location:

Light Path Technologies - Orlando, FL, Salary Range:
Undisclosed

Description:

The Accounting Intern will support the accounting department by performing administrative and accounting tasks. The intern will be exposed to corporate accounting for the headquarters of a multi-national, publicly traded company. Business hours are generally 8:00am to 5:30pm, but work hours for this position can be tailored around class schedules.

Reports to:

Senior Accountant

Status:
Temporary;
Non-Exempt

Location:

Orlando, FL

Workplace Status:
On-Site

• Assist with vendor invoice processing using the 3-way match to enter purchase order vouchers in ERP system; identify discrepancies and elevate as appropriate.
• Assist with coding of non-purchase order invoices and entering vouchers in ERP system.
• Assist with receivable invoice processing and distribution of invoices.
• Maintain AP open and paid files.
• Scan and file accounts payable and receivable documentation.
• Maintain resale certificates files, and W-9 files.
• Assist with tracking and reporting on fixed assets projects, including scanning and filing of documentation data entry into the Fixed Assets System.
• Support external audits by pulling requested documentation.
• Prepare account reconciliations and prepare reports and analysis, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Able to work independently with little to no supervision
• Must possess a high attention to detail
• Able to multi-task
• Possess strong analytical skills and proficient at mathematics
• Proficient at using a computer and the following computer programs:
  Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, the internet, and accounting software.

• Frequently required to sit, talk, hear, reach, and use hands/fingers to feel or handle
• Occasional standing, walking, balancing, stooping, and/or kneeling
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Able to work with a moderate amount of noise
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in English

• Active student, pursuing a BS or MS in Accounting at an accredited institution.
• Must have Sophomore, Junior or Senior status
• Available to work at least 20 hours per week, in at least 4 hour blocks of time. Internship may extend for more than one semester
• Must be authorized to work and reside in the US and must be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government to confirm with but not limited to U.S. export control regulations (ITAR), but not limited to U.S. export (ITAR) guidelines.