Supports accounts payable and receivable activities, including invoice processing, coding, customer invoicing, and cash application. Assists with fixed asset physical inventory and updates customer and supplier master data, including tax classifications and remittance details. Requires strong organization, communication, analytical, mathematical, collaboration, and confidentiality skills, plus proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Job Summary & Responsibilities
Hendrickson is searching for an Accounting Intern for the Summer of 2027 at our Truck Divisional Headquarters in Woodridge, IL.
This individual will:
- Accounts Payable – Assist with processing incoming supplier invoices, coding, & entering.
- Accounts Receivable – Assist with daily customer invoicing & cash application.
- Fixed Asset Physical Inventory – Assist with on-going physical inventory of the fixed assets.
- Update federal ID numbers, remittance addresses, and tax classifications in the Customer & Supplier Master.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Enrolled student working towards a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field.
- Minimum GPA 3.0/4.0.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and strong planning skills.
- Ability to meet and communicate with employees in a one on one and group setting.
- Self-motivated and willing to learn.
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) is a must.
- Effective verbal and written skills mandatory.
- Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills required.
- Attention to Detail.
- Analytical & Mathematical.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the salary range for this position is $20.00-23.00 per hour based on the student's grade classification. This pay range is provided to ensure transparency and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
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Pay Range$20.00-23.00 per hour
Compensation & BenefitsWe offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.Similar Jobs
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