Leidos has a job opening for a part time Accounting Intern in Tucson, AZ.

POSITION/PROGRAM SUMMARY:

The Intern Accountant will have a unique opportunity to join a progressive accounting team, immediately contribute, and learn along the way and will be responsible for preparing balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, reviewing accruals, preparing support schedules, and other accounting activities as required.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific responsibilities would include working closely with project controllers while reviewing cost transfers and will learn compliance requirements related to administrative policies, internal controls, accounting policies, etc. The position will require the Intern Accountant to reach out to our internal customers and work with others in the Accounting Department. The length of the position will vary based on candidate, but expected to last 3 to 6 months.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

-Actively pursuing a degree in an undergraduate or graduate program with an Accounting major, and a minimum 3.0 GPA.

-Familiar with basic accounting principles, specifically, a basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

-Must be self-motivated and willing to independently study concepts and policies with the goal of shortening the learning curve.

-Strong computer skills including moderate level experience with Microsoft Excel and a basic understanding of General Ledger software programs.

-US Citizenship is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

-Possess the skills to identify issues and resolve matter in a timely manner.

-Be flexible in work schedule and the ability and willingness to work additional hours during surge or accounting close weeks.