GreatAmerica is a highly successful entrepreneurial company providing equipment financing to businesses across the United States. Our exemplary customer service, our principle-centered business philosophy and our team-based operating approach are key to our success and growth. We have also recently become a bank!
We are Looking to Add a Key Member to Our Finance Group!The GreatAmerica Accounting Internship provides hands-on experience as part of a strong and collaborative Accounting team. The intern will receive mentorship from experienced team members while independently owning recurring responsibilities and contributing to meaningful accounting work. Through this experience, the intern will strengthen their accounting knowledge, develop practical Excel skills, and gain capabilities they can apply in school and future career opportunities.
As an Accounting Intern, you will:
General ledger account reconciliation
Participate in month end closing
Assist with annual financial statement audit
Prepare and audit recurring operational reports
Prepare monthly reporting for various external customer programs
Participate in Accounting team strategic initiatives
Provide an outstanding GreatAmerica experience to all customers
To be successful in this role you will need:
Education
Candidate must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree or graduate degree in Accounting with a minimum GPA of 3.25
Experience
No previous work experience required, but prior internships or work in finance/accounting are considered a plus
Computer Skills
Experience with Microsoft Excel
Other Requirements
Must be detail oriented and have strong interpersonal and communication skills
Must demonstrate initiative, respond well to challenges and have a strong desire to learn
Must demonstrate sound business judgment
At GreatAmerica, we’re looking to grow our business through our people. Are you looking to grow your career? If so, submit your application at www.greatamerica.com/careers.
Skills Required
- Pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree in Accounting
- Minimum GPA of 3.25
- Experience with Microsoft Excel
- Detail-oriented with strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated initiative, resilience, desire to learn, and sound business judgment
- Prior internships or work experience in finance or accounting
What We Do
GreatAmerica is a $2 billion national commercial equipment finance company dedicated to helping manufacturers, vendors, and dealers be more successful and keep their customers for a lifetime. Incorporated in 1992, GreatAmerica has a staff of over 500 employees. It is headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and has offices in Minnesota, Georgia, and Missouri. We provide financing and consulting services in all fifty states and some U.S. Territories.
