Accounting Intern

TG Gallagher is looking for a motivated individual to provide support for all elements of the company’s Finance functions. This position will report to the Accounts Payable Manager and will provide assistance to members of the Finance team.

DO YOU HAVE THE RIGHT SPECS?

• A client-first mentality where everything you do is done with the intention of creating strong client relationships
• A self-starter with a deep desire to grow and continuously learn; easily adapts to new processes and technologies
• Unquestionable character with high level of integrity
• Possess solid communication skills, both written and verbal
• Possess high-standards across the board- from your own contributions to the people you work with to the projects you work on. Your goal is to make a positive difference for the clients, each other, and the company.
• Goal-oriented self-starter with strong time management, multi-tasking and organizational skills

Responsibilities:

• Support project accountants with preparing account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Assist project accountants in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual closings.
• Support the internal/external audit activities ensuring the integrity and timeliness of deliverables to the auditor.
• Assist in resolving account payable and receivable issues or queries.
• Maintain accounts payable policies and adhere to other established internal controls within the payables process.
• Perform ad hoc duties to assist the business.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or any other related field
• Detail oriented with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to communicate internally and externally with diplomacy and tact
• Working knowledge of common MS Office applications such as Excel and Word
• Able to handle sensitive or confidential information