Accounting Intern

Job Description

Accounting Intern | Wurth Elektronik

The Tone:
This is a part-time internship at Wurth Elektronik, located in Watertown, SD. Wurth Elektronik is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Intern to support its operations. This role is designed for students to apply their classroom knowledge in a real-world setting, gain practical experience, and contribute directly to the day-to-day financial activities of a professional environment. The company values academic commitments and will work with the selected intern to establish a flexible schedule.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time, Up to 20 hours per week
• Location: In-person, Watertown, SD

• Mission: Apply classroom learning, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to meaningful day-to-day accounting work.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Support the accounting team with a range of accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Process, organize, and meticulously maintain invoices and various financial records.
• Assist in the preparation of account reconciliations and contribute to month-end closing activities.
• Accurately enter and review financial data to ensure completeness and precision.
• Prepare basic financial reports, spreadsheets, and essential documentation.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Current enrollment in an Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related degree program; this is an Entry-Level opportunity.
• Experience: Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, clear written and verbal communication, reliability, discretion, and a willingness to learn.
• Bonus: An expressed interest in developing a career within the accounting or finance fields.