Accounting Data Intern

divh2Internship Opportunity At Nico National Indemnity Company / h2pCompany : NICO National Indemnity Company / ppWant to work for a company with unparalleled financial strength and stability that offers large company benefits with an exciting, friendly, and small company atmosphere? Our companies, as members of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies, provides opportunities for professionals interested in just that. / ppHours : Flexible between 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m. Monday through Friday / pp15-20 hours per week depending on the applicants schedule / ppMore hours available in Summer (up to 40 hours per week) / ppThis internship will give the qualified candidate an opportunity to obtain valuable experience in accounting and finance. Duties involve collaborating with others as well as working independently and may include the following : / pulliActively review and audit accounting process with a focus on inter-company balances. / liliAssist with the preparation of various schedules needed for annual financial statements and to meet new reporting requirements. / liliComplete monthly / quarterly accounts receivable reconciliations and other selected general ledger account reconciliations as needed. / liliAssist with the cash reconciliations and general ledger coding. / liliCollaborate with others to assist with compiling information for management, auditors, and accountants. / liliAd hoc Internet research, spreadsheet preparation, some clerical responsibilities such as filing, copying, scanning and data organization. / liliAssists with gathering information, updating files and other miscellaneous tasks related to the companys conversion to a new general ledger system. / li / ulpDuring this internship, the student will learn : / pulliTo map accounts receivable workflows and outline procedural gaps. / liliTo challenge process and assist in driving change. / liliTo query the general ledger, reconcile accounts and discuss results with management. / liliTo work independently in a professional business environment. / li / ulpQualifications : / pulliJunior class standing or completion of Intermediate Accounting / liliAccounting, Math, I.T. or Finance major and maintain full-time course load during Spring and Fall semesters Proficiency with personal computers and software such as Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Word / liliExcellent grammar, proofreading and oral / written communication skills / liliPunctual / liliExcellent organization skills / liliAbility to meet deadlines / li / ulpWe want you to be involved! We offer Employee Resource Groups for volunteering, connecting with others, social gatherings, and professional development. We also regularly seek employees input through companywide surveys. / ppWe care about your health and wellbeing! Our Wellness program is integrated into the Company culture with an online wellness portal that offers a year-round, one-stop-shop to manage and track all areas of health, our Omaha office boasts a complimentary state-of-the-art onsite fitness center, and a robust wellness program. / ppBenefits, Perks and more! We offer retirement and savings plan with immediate enrollment with 100% employer match up to 5%, Medical, Dental and Vision for regular, full-time employees and eligible dependents, a dedicated Learning Development program for employees to grow personally and professionally, 100% upfront Educational Reimbursement program, subsidized downtown parking, competitive time off policies including parental leave, an Employee Assistance program and much more! / p / div