Accounting Intern

Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the team at Legrand!

GENERAL PURPOSE

Legrand AV is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Intern to join our dynamic Finance team. This internship offers hands-on experience in a range of accounting functions, including month-end close, account reconciliations, accounts payable, sales controllership, and internal controls. The role is ideal for someone pursuing a career in accounting or finance who wants to build a strong foundation in real-world accounting practices.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Month-End Close:

• Assist with preparing journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Support the preparation of month-end close documentation.

Account Reconciliations:

• Reconcile prepaid and other key accounts.
• Research and resolve variances or discrepancies in accounts.

Accounts Payable:

• Assist in reconciling vendor statements and resolving invoice to purchase order discrepancies.

Sales Controllership:

• Assist Customer Programs team with financial data and reporting needs related to rebates.
• Assist with customer disputes processing.
• Ensure accuracy of sales-related financial entries and compliance with company policies.

Internal Controls:

• Collaborate on testing and documentation of key internal control processes.
• Identify potential improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Support audit preparations by organizing and verifying documentation.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to proactively seek out answers and gather information from various sources within the organization.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle and keep confidential information and to use discretion.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing this job, the employee is regularly required (for most of the working day) to sit and make coordinated movements of the fingers for data entry on a keyboard.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• General office environment

EDUCATION

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Completion of foundational accounting courses (e.g., financial accounting, managerial accounting) is preferred.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Legrand is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. You will be considered for this position based upon your experience and education, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We are committed to creating and maintaining a workforce environment that is free from any form of discrimination or harassment

If you'd like to work in a fun, creative, business-casual environment that offers a comprehensive benefit package, we encourage you to apply!

Legrand is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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