Accounting Intern

Job Description

Accounting Intern

Job Type: Internship

Job Summary

The Accounting Intern will provide essential support to both the Accounting and Corporate Treasury teams, engaging in a diverse range of tasks and projects. Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Director of Finance, the intern will acquire invaluable hands-on experience in critical accounting areas. These include, but are not limited to, the preparation of journal entries, involvement in both internal and regulatory reporting processes, managing accounts payable functions, assisting with fixed assets, maintaining the general ledger, and performing account reconciliations. This role is designed to offer significant exposure to the fundamental accounting operations within a dynamic financial institution, providing a solid foundation for a career in finance.

Perks Of The Program

• Build connections with other interns through planned activities and volunteer events, fostering a sense of community and teamwork.
• Network extensively with experienced employees and leadership across Quad City Bank & Trust and QCR Holdings, gaining insights into various career paths and industry practices.
• Develop crucial professional skills and explore potential career trajectories within the banking and financial services sector, guided by seasoned professionals.

Qualifications

• Ability to proficiently prepare and maintain accurate reports, comprehensive documents, and related financial materials.
• Strong organizational skills coupled with exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks.
• A keen ability to learn quickly and effectively navigate various computer programs and financial software; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is a mandatory requirement.
• Capable of efficiently managing multiple assignments concurrently and demonstrating the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse personalities; must be tactful, mature, and adaptable in various professional settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, essential for clear and concise reporting and interaction.
• Ability to handle confidential information with the highest level of discretion and integrity.
• A steadfast commitment to rigorously following all company and regulatory policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to foster a workplace culture characterized by inclusion, innovation, collaboration, accountability, achievement, and passion.
• Willingness to enthusiastically take on additional responsibilities and tasks that support the company’s overarching mission, vision, and values.

Working Conditions

• Duties associated with this role are performed exclusively in a professional office environment, adhering to standard corporate settings.

Salary & Benefits

The anticipated starting hourly wage for this internship position is $17.00 per hour. The actual wage offered will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications and the specific business needs, and may vary as permitted by applicable state law.

At QCR Holdings, Inc., we are deeply committed to fostering and preserving a culture of inclusion and firmly believe that our differences – encompassing all forms – are what make our company and our communities not only better but significantly stronger. QCR Holdings, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected class status.

It is the explicit policy of QCR Holdings, Inc. to fully comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act by providing reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to access the job application and interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and to receive equal access to all other benefits and privileges of employment.