Accounts Receivable SUMMER INTERNSHIP (10 weeks)

Thornton Brothers is a local, thriving, and stable company, looking for a summer intern in our Accounts Receivable Department! This is a part-time internship from May 11th - July 17th and could turn into a permanent part time opportunity for the fall. College students in need of fulfilling their internship requirements for your accounting degree, who have a strong work ethic and the willingness to learn are encouraged to apply! Some flexibility in start date can be arranged. Hours are M-Th 1:00pm-5:00pm and Fri 12:00pm-3:00pm. Will also accept applications for those looking for a temporary summer opportunity!

Responsibilities include:

• Processing accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables data
• Prepare bills, invoices and bank deposits
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Verify discrepancies and resolve clients’ billing issues
• Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients

Candidate must have strong Excel and data entry skills, be able to multitask, analyze problems, problem solve, and prevent mistakes with a willingness to learn best practices.

Person must fit our core values and work well in a team!

Dutie(s):

• Reconciling the accounts receivable ledger
• Responding to customer questions and resolving issues
• Clerical functions such as invoice processing, monthly statements, etc.
• Treasury functions such as bank deposits, manual wire payments, and credit card transactions
• Posting payments to the general ledger and conducting daily cash reconciliation
• Collecting customer payments in accordance with payment due dates
• Making collection calls on outstanding accounts
• Other duties as assigned

Benefit Conditions:

• Paid Holidays for all employees!

Hours per week:

• 19-20

Typical end time:

• 5PM

Typical start time:

• 1PM

This Job Is:

• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Work Remotely

• No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Work Location: In person