Accounting Intern

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is accountable for supporting corporate accounting functions and performs related work for Orion. The Intern under close supervision will perform a variety of entry level accounting tasks and special projects while establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 

The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, which are centered on Quality, Safety and Production (each of equal weight and importance) but, most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists accounting department with accounting initiatives and programs.
• Works closely with different departments to provide accounting and project support in a variety of areas.
• Maintains high degree of organization skills and problem-solving ability; specifically, the ability to work as a self-starter.
• Prioritizes to achieve desired company and project goals with prudence and sense of urgency.
• Exhibits excellent telephone etiquette, communication, verbal and written skills.
• Desires to invest passion and commitment to the vision you feel you can embrace and contribute to the growth of the company and its success.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Individual in this position must be enrolled in college or university and work experience which demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position.  Major course of study may be in of the following areas:  Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or relative field of study.  Individual must have computer proficiency with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint and be able to word process at least 60 WPM.  The position also requires good interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively relate to employees at all levels of the organization.  

The incumbent must be well organized and a self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision.  Must be flexible and able to adjust to sudden changes in work priorities and prioritize work to accommodate those changes.

The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace.  Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.                                                                     

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. 

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment if required to work or visit the jobsite.  This may include hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal flotation devices, or other equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done. 

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.