Accounting Intern

Company:

As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of insurance companies, we offer outstanding opportunities for professionals interested in working with a successful company. We offer unparalleled financial strength, stability and “large company” benefits, in addition to an exciting, friendly, “small company” atmosphere.

**Online/Remote hours available as situation dictates**

• Flexible; Between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• 15-20 hours per week depending on the applicant's schedule during the school year
• More hours available in Summer (up to 40 hours per week)

During this internship, the student will learn:

• To map workflows and outline procedural gaps
• To challenge process and assist in driving change
• To build queries using SQL
• To work independently in a business environment

This internship will provide the qualified candidate an opportunity to obtain valuable experience in a business environment with a focus on insurance operations. Duties involve collaborating with others as well as working independently and may include the following:

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiencies within department, and assist in developing and making recommendation to management when appropriate
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of coding of company expenses
• Increase operational efficiency by organizing electronic file library
• Assist in the preparation of general ledger account reconciliations

• Contribute to compliance with NAIC Model Audit Rule, including documentation of process areas and testing of key controls
• Ad hoc internet research, spreadsheet preparation, some clerical responsibilities such as filing, copying, scanning and data organization

Qualifications:

• At least sophomore class standing
• Satisfactory completion of introductory accounting courses and a basic understanding of accounting and financial principles
• Maintain full-time course load during Spring and Fall semesters
• Strong problem-solving ability and high comfort level with data manipulation
• Proficiency with personal computers and software such as Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent oral / written communication skills
• Punctual
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines

We care about your health and wellbeing! Our Wellness program is integrated into the Company culture with an online wellness portal that offers a year-round, one-stop-shop to manage and track all areas of health, our Omaha office boasts a complimentary state-of-the-art onsite fitness center, and a robust wellness program.

Benefits, Perks and more! We offer retirement and savings plan with immediate enrollment with 100% employer match up to 5%, Medical, Dental and Vision for regular, full-time employees and eligible dependents, a dedicated Learning & Development program for employees to grow personally and professionally, 100% upfront Educational Reimbursement program, subsidized downtown parking, competitive time off policies including parental leave, an Employee Assistance program and much more!