Accounting Intern at Sedron Technologies in Sedro-Woolley, WA

Summary: Sedron Technologies is a leading provider of circular waste management technologies, and they are seeking an Accounting Intern to support their Finance & Accounting team. The role involves assisting with accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial data entry, and general accounting support while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: - Assist with accounts payable processing, including entering vendor invoices into accounting software with accurate GL coding and job costing - Support accounts receivable activities, including tracking customer payments and assisting with invoice documentation and follow-up - Receive, review, and verify employee expense reports for accuracy and completeness - Assist with weekly check and ACH payment processing - Help reconcile vendor statements and accounting transactions to ensure accurate records - Provide support for purchase order entry and related documentation - Assist with the month end close processing, including preparation of journal entries, and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts - Maintain organized accounting records, files, and supporting documentation in both digital and physical formats - Assist with mail distribution, PO box management, and other administrative accounting tasks as needed - Support the Accounting Department with special projects, reporting tasks, and general administrative support - Assist with data cleanup and accounting system organization projects - Support document retention and audit preparation activities - Participate in process improvement initiatives within the Finance & Accounting team - Provide occasional cross-functional administrative support as business needs require - Prioritize duties and responsibilities to meet deadlines and departmental objectives - Maintain professionalism, reliability, organization, and strong attendance Required Qualifications: - Current enrollment in a community college, technical program, or undergraduate program in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred. Equivalent coursework or relevant experience may also be considered - Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with accounting software or ERP systems is a plus - Basic understanding of accounting principles and office procedures - Ability to accurately enter and maintain financial data - Strong organizational and time management skills - Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment - Positive attitude and eagerness to learn new systems and processes - Commitment to professionalism, accuracy, and confidentiality - Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED - Must have effective verbal, reading, and written communication skills in the English language - Must be a US Citizen or legal permanent resident for this position. We are unable to sponsor any employment visas Preferred Qualifications: - Previous office, administrative, customer service, or bookkeeping experience preferred but not required Required Skills: Accounts payable processing, Accounts receivable activities, Financial data entry, Invoice processing, Reconciliation, Journal entry preparation, Balance sheet account reconciliation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Accounting software, ERP systems, Accounting principles, Written and verbal communication