Company:
NICO National Indemnity 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.

*Candidates must be local and able to work in Omaha for at least 2 semesters while taking on a full-time course load.*

This internship will give the qualified candidate an opportunity to obtain valuable experience. Duties involve collaborating with others as well as working independently and include the following:

• Completes monthly U.S. and international bank account reconciliations and other selected general ledger account reconciliations as needed.
• Assists with various general account reconciliations, journal entries and schedules as needed.
• Assists with the preparation of various schedules needed for the annual audited financial statements and notes for one or two assigned companies.
• May assist with gathering information, updating files and other miscellaneous tasks related to the company's general ledger system.
• Update workflow documentation as needed.
• Assists with routine audit requests.
• Assists department personnel with various ad hoc projects.
• Ad hoc Internet research, occasional spreadsheet preparation, occasional clerical filing, copying, scanning, and data organization.

Qualifications:

• Prefer Sophomore or Junior enrolled in or completed Intermediate Accounting I
• Accounting or Finance major and maintain full-time course load during internship
• Proficiency with personal computers and software such as Excel and Word
• Excellent grammar, proofreading, and oral and written communication skills
• Punctual
• Excellent organization skills
• Confident
• Ability to meet deadlines

Hours:

Flexible; generally between 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Approximately 16-20 hours per week depending on the applicant's schedule. More hours available in Summer (up to 40 hours per week)
A comprehensive benefits package is available for regular, full-time employees, including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance as well as a 401(k) with company match. We also proudly offer 100% upfront tuition reimbursement to regular, full-time employees, to further your education. Our Omaha office boasts a complimentary state-of-the-art, on-site gym, a robust wellness program, low-cost downtown parking, and numerous volunteer and networking opportunities with other emerging professionals.