Accounting - Entry Level Accounting Intern E Washington, Cuba, MO Wallis Companies

Accounting - Entry Level Accounting Intern

Location:

106 E Washington, Cuba, MO 65453

The Accounting Intern is responsible for supporting the daily functions of the accounting department while gaining hands‑on experience in financial operations. We seek a motivated and detail‑oriented individual to join our team in this entry‑level opportunity, ideal for students or recent graduates pursuing a career in accounting or finance. The intern will work closely with our accounting team to assist with routine tasks, contribute to financial processes, and develop a strong foundation in accounting principles.

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks
• Help prepare and maintain financial records and reports
• Perform data entry and reconcile financial transactions
• Support month‑end closing processes
• Organize and maintain accounting documents and files
• Perform other administrative and accounting duties as assigned

• Clearly and professionally share updates and information with team members and supervisors.
• Ask questions and seek clarification to ensure accurate understanding of tasks and processes.
• Communicate financial information and findings effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion when discussing or reporting.
• Demonstrate active listening and openness to feedback to support learning and development.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments, maintaining a courteous and professional tone.

• Provide timely responses to accounting inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure clear, professional, and courteous communication in all interactions.
• Assist in preparing financial reports for the board of directors and division managers as requested.
• Support the Director of Accounting on special assignments.
• Demonstrate responsiveness, reliability, and a service‑oriented mindset.

• Evaluate training and onboarding processes, observe tasks, and document performance to support learning and development.
• Engage in company training sessions to deepen understanding of organizational objectives and accounting processes.
• Recognize different learning styles and adapt approaches to effectively support team members during training or collaborative tasks.
• Stay current with professional and technical advancements by participating in internal and external workshops, seminars, and reviewing relevant publications.
• Complete all mandatory safety and compliance training requirements.

• Understand and use the company’s accounting software packages to their full capacity.
• Assist with bank and account reconciliations.
• Apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in daily accounting tasks.
• Help troubleshoot accounting problems or errors.
• Develop and maintain written job procedures for the position.
• Adhere to all Wallis Companies safety policies and report any safety incidents to the supervisor immediately.

• Direct:
  This position has no direct reports.

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Accounting.

Basic understanding of accounting principles.

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

• Develop intensive knowledge of accounting practices and related procedures.
• Apply judgment in analyzing facts and circumstances surrounding individual transactions or problems.
• Determine appropriate actions within the limits of standard accounting practices and company guidelines.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to support accurate financial processes.

• Microsoft Excel (pivot tables and efficient in formulas).
• Preferred experience with PDI Enterprise and Prophix (proficiency not required for minimum qualifications, but proficiency must be established to complete essential job functions).

None.

Must be able to read computer…