West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce · 11 hours ago
Intern - Operational Finance 25-26 College Recruiting (Des Moines)
West Des Moines, IA
Internship
Onsite
InternWest Des Moines Chamber of Commerce is facilitating an internship opportunity at Turner Construction, an industry-leading commercial construction general contractor. The role involves providing financial services support, including tasks related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and assisting with internal and external audits.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Assist accountant to ensure client contractual requirements are met in regard to billing and accounts receivables
Process accounts payable for vendor invoices and ensure accounts are up to date for assigned projects
Process accounts payable for subcontractor invoices, and work with accountant to ensure all applicable lien waivers are submitted and contracts and insurance requirements are in place
Assist with completing monthly close process, ensuring all client bills and project costs are posted or accrued if work is in place and of material value
Assist with all internal and external audit requests
Facilitate data entry processes for project specific vendor invoices and prepare multi-project invoices for distribution to central financial center for input and posting
Provide administrative duties as related to invoice processing (i.e. vendor setup and updates, sales and use tax reporting, collection and distribution of client tax exempt certificates)
Help prepare Turner owner applications for payment by assisting with compiling all supporting invoice backup
Provide supervisor with periodic progress reports
Relate and apply knowledge acquired in academic setting to company setting
Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior
Maintain professional relationships with company employees, customers and so forth
Prepare for and participate in conferences and other opportunities of learning afforded by company
Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Enrolled at 4-year college or university offering accredited and credentialed degree programs, recommended majors include and not limited to Accounting or Finance, with at least 1 year of education and basic knowledge of finance or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience
Must be willing to work standard work week
Demonstrated interpersonal skills including student leadership, volunteerism, or other community involvement
Passionate and willing to learn about overall Turner Finance business strategy, culture and core values
Assume personal and professional responsibilities for actions and activities
Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to tackle new projects and ideas, flexible, adaptable and with attention to detail
Able to work independently, with some oversight, and in team environment
Exceptional organizational skills with ability to document and manage accurate and timely information
Professional and clear verbal and written communication skills
Computer data entry, database and MS Office skills, intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills
Company
West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce
Our mission is to champion all things West Des Moines by strengthening our area companies, providing personalized resources and attracting a top workforce to position WDM as the best suburban city in America.
Founded in 1924
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Katherine Harrington
President and CEO
Anna Doud
Director of Membership and Strategic Partnership
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