Accounting Intern at American Packaging Corporation in Story City,IA

Summary: American Packaging Corporation (APC) is a leading flexible packaging converter in North America, known for its commitment to employee development and diversity. The Accounting Intern will assist the team in various financial tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and special projects. Responsibilities: - Assist with Accounts Payable, which could include: - Managed shared email box - Process and enter vendor invoices for payment - Send ACH remittances to suppliers - Assist with Accounts Receivable, which could include: - Managed shared email box - Prepare cash receipts detail for posting to customer accounts - Prepare invoices and credit memos for customers - Special projects as schedule allows - examples include utility usage analysis, sales tax analysis, annual audit procedures, and assisting with ERP system implementation tasks Required Qualifications: - Working toward an Associate/Bachelor's degree (A. A./B.S.) - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals - Ability to write routine reports and correspondence - Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume - Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists - Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form - Reliability: at work every day on time - Accuracy: uncompromised - Communication Skills: technical information, internal/external customers, all levels of employees - Conflict Resolution - Attention to Details - Independence - Manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines - Organizational skills - Professionalism/professional demeanor - Team: work as a member with all employees - Proficiency in MS Office products including Excel Preferred Qualifications: - Accounting experience preferred but not required Required Skills: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Financial Analysis, ERP System Implementation, MS Excel, Attention to Details Benefits: Competitive salaries, Excellent benefits, 401(k) plans, Tuition reimbursement programs