Accounting Assistant Intern – Accounts Payable

Job Description

Accounting Assistant Intern | Minnkota Power Cooperative

The Tone:
This is a temporary internship at Minnkota Power Cooperative, located in Grand Forks, ND, beginning January 2027. Minnkota Power Cooperative is a utility provider committed to organizational competencies such as safety, integrity, teamwork, innovation, and reliability. This Accounting Assistant Intern role supports the Financial Services department, offering hands-on experience in a professional environment. The intern will gain exposure to accounting systems and financial workflows, specifically supporting accounts payable processes. This is a crucial role for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices, directly contributing to the cooperative’s financial health and operational efficiency, and provides mentorship from experienced accounting professionals and an opportunity to contribute to the vital utilities industry.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary
• Location: In-person Grand Forks, ND
• Pay: $15.30 per hour
• Team: Financial Services department; reports to the Financial Services Supervisor
• Mission: To support the finance team by performing essential accounts payable functions with a primary focus on accurate and timely invoice entry.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Process: Process vendor invoices for payment.
• Verify: Verify financial data for completeness and accuracy.
• Code: Ensure proper invoice coding aligns with company policies.
• Maintain: Assist in maintaining organized financial records.
• Support: Support month-end close activities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently pursuing a degree in accounting or a related field.
• Experience: No specific years of prior experience are required.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, basic computer proficiency, and an ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Bonus: Demonstrated academic progress in accounting coursework preferred.