Accounting (Accounts Receivables) Intern

<p><strong>Accounting (Accounts Receivables) Intern </strong></p> <p>Minitab is looking for an Accounting Intern to support and apply Minitab’s global and department Objectives and Key Results in two main areas:&nbsp; Order and Accounts Receivable processing. The Intern will participate in the day-to-day operations of the Customer Order and Invoice Administration department providing basic customer assistance, order entry and accounts receivable backup, along with general customer service.</p> <p>Candidates Should expect the following:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>A structured intern program offering social activities and networking opportunities with other interns as well as Minitab colleagues including our CEO. <em>Ever taken a tour of Beaver Stadium? Movie night or pool party with your intern colleagues sound like fun? How about a meet up at our state of the art on site gym? Lunch with the CEO?</em></li> <li>Substantive projects that make an impact to Minitab’s business and customers.&nbsp;</li> <li>A professional and highly welcoming working environment where you will take away key skills and experience.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong><em>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</em></strong></p> <p>Serve as back-up for Accounts Receivable responsibilities for global Minitab operations. As needed:</p> <ul> <li>Process invoicing of daily sales orders within the financial accounting system. Ensure orders processed with exceptions comply with Company policy.</li> <li>Respond to A/R related customer inquiries.</li> <li>Assist with Collection responsibilities for all Minitab operating companies:</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Perform direct collections activities on past-due amounts via e-mail and telephone.</li> <li>Update Customer Relationship Management and Great Plains systems for those accounts going on or off credit hold.</li> <li>Work with internal customers when necessary and coordinate with Sales and Customer Success to obtain all information required to complete the order process and related order clean up.</li> <li>Maintain customer information within Minitab’s Customer Service databases and conduct any other administrative processes as required.</li> <li>Maintain and support processes related to the software new order and renewal order processes.</li> </ul> <p><strong><em>ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES</em></strong></p> <ul> <li>Collaborate with manager to ensure transaction work is prioritized and on time.</li> <li>Provide other data entry and administrative support, when needed.</li> <li>Cross-train in other transaction areas and for backup purposes, as needed.</li> <li>Participate in special projects as directed.</li> </ul> <p><strong><em>EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE</em></strong></p> <ul> <li>Current student pursuing a degree in Business or Accounting</li> <li>Basic knowledge of accounting terms and processes.&nbsp;</li> <li>Working knowledge of computerized Accounts Receivable processes.</li> <li>Experience using computerized financial software, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is a plus.</li> <li>Experience with Microsoft Office; proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel (basic Excel functions, i.e., sorting, copying, pasting, inserting rows, etc.).</li> </ul> <p><strong><em>QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES</em></strong></p> <ul> <li>Ability to represent the company in a professional manner and maintain customer relationships in accordance with established protocol.</li> <li>Personal assertiveness, professionalism, and diplomacy necessary to collect on past-due accounts.</li> <li>Highly organized, motivated and detail oriented. Capable of meeting multiple simultaneous deadlines.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in project and time management.</li> <li>Ability and willingness to travel on a limited basis as needed.</li> <li>Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the English language.</li> </ul> <p></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>MUST be available to work onsite at our Minitab Corporate Headquarters in State College, PA.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Remote work is not an option for this position.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><em>This&nbsp;position&nbsp;is&nbsp;ineligible for visa sponsorship.&nbsp; </em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>To be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.</em></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><br></p></div>