Summary: The Accounting Intern will work closely with various members of the Finance departments to support most aspects of accounting, assisting with the preparation of statements that follow all regulatory and accounting guidelines, and the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices.
As part of the internship, the position will also be assigned a process improvement project to fully understand the existing process, document via work instructions and workflow diagram, and propose opportunities for improvement and solutions to any problems.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support most aspects of accounting management (billing, tax forms, reporting etc.)
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements in compliance with official guidelines and requirements
- Prepare journal entries, invoices etc. and reconcile accounts for the monthly or annual closing
- Assist in the preparation of budgets or forecasts
- Participate in preparation for the annual audit
- Help in development of reports for management or regulatory bodies
- Prepare audit workpapers as assigned
- Help in the implementation of new accounting standards
- Identify opportunities for key process automation with using tools like RPA, power queries, etc
Required Qualifications:
- Junior/Senior status for accounting bachelor’s degree
- Working knowledge of MS Office (especially excel)
- Highly motivated and able to manage multiple activities, projects, and effectively communicate results
Quantitative Scope:
- No direct/indirect reports
Work authorization:
- No sponsorship available
North Star BlueScope Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
Skills Required
- Currently a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Highly motivated and able to manage multiple activities and projects
- Ability to effectively communicate results
What We Do
With 14,000 people across 18 countries, BlueScope is a leading international supplier of steel products and solutions for building and construction markets. Australia’s largest manufacturer, BlueScope’s portfolio of brands includes COLORBOND®, ZINCALUME® and TRUECORE® steels and the LYSAGHT® range of building products. Steel plays a critical role in sustainable development. To BlueScope, sustainability means developing, manufacturing and selling steel products and solutions in a way that provides for a sustainable future, with a focus on continuous improvement, adopting new operating methods and anticipating new products for the future. BlueScope’s long-term growth is underscored by the sustainability of steel and the critical role it will play in supporting a sustainable society. We take a life-cycle approach, looking at the impact of a product over its entire life and focusing on the four principles of a circular economy: reduce, reuse, remanufacture and recycle. Our steel products and services ensure that we contribute to the opportunities and challenges of society’s move to a lower-carbon economy. To deliver long-lasting value and meet the expectations of all of our stakeholders, our business must transform on all fronts. Read BlueScope's latest Sustainability Report at bluescope.com/sustainable-steel. Interested in an exciting career at one of Australia’s most reputable companies with a track record of making things happen? Find out more at bluescope.com BlueScope has been named an Inclusive Employer for 2019–2020 by the Diversity Council of Australia.
