Staff Accountant Intern at Massachusetts Port Authority in Boston, MA

Summary: The Massachusetts Port Authority is a dynamic organization that connects people and businesses to the global community by air, land, and sea. The Accounting Intern will support the General Accounting team by assisting with account reconciliations, journal entry preparation, fixed asset tracking, and other routine accounting functions. Responsibilities: - Assist in preparing and reviewing daily and monthly account reconciliations, including cash clearing accounts and operating bank statements - Support the preparation of worksheets, schedules, and summary reports for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting - Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting tasks - Assist General Ledger Staff Accounting in setting up vendors and help with verification process - Support general accounting procedures including preparing and posting daily journal entries, completing end of month close procedures and performing account reconciliations - Assist with other accounting projects as needed Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program at a college or university - Ability to work a 37.5-hour work week - Must be at least 18 years of age at time of application - Ability to pass Massport's pre-employment-controlled substance test and background checks Required Skills: Account Reconciliations, Journal Entry Preparation Important Skills: Financial Analysis, General Ledger Support Benefits: Work/life balance, A supportive and inclusive culture, Opportunities for growth, Providing safe, healthy, and secure work environment, Supporting the people and businesses of New England, Achieving results and having positive impact, Being good neighbors in the communities we serve, Protecting the environment