Accounting Intern

Location This position is 100% in-office and reports to our facility on site in Syracuse, NY. Job Summary As an Accounting Intern, you will support the accounting and finance team by performing daily clerical tasks, assisting with financial record-keeping, and gaining hands on experience with accounting procedures. Pay Range $22.50 per hour Hours: Fall & Spring Part-Time Schedule varies based on candidate availability Responsibilities Primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assisting the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Financial or Tax teams with various tasks. Provide support to the financial team for month end and year end closing activities. Prepare supporting documentation for audits and financial reporting. Organize and file financial documents (digital and physical). Update accounting database and reconciliations with current information. Perform account reconciliations and identify and report discrepancies. Support the Tax team in gathering and organizing financial data for compliance and audit purposes. Perform tax research on regulatory updates and summarize findings for management. Help prepare supporting schedules and documentation for tax filings and financial audits. Maintain accurate and confidential tax records. Assist with sales tax, property tax, and payroll tax compliance as needed. Participate in special projects related to tax planning or process improvement. Qualifications Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Proficiency of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Fundamental understanding of accounting principles. Ability to work in a fast-paced corporate environment and meet deadlines. Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information. Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail. Successfully clear drug screen and background check to meet industry and security licensing requirements About Rapid Response Rapid Response Monitoring is a national leader in the monitoring of alarms and security systems. Designated as an Essential Business by the Department of Homeland Security, we are dedicated to protecting life and property. Founded and headquartered in Syracuse since 1992, with offices in California and Nevada. Our growing organization serves as a critical response center focused on protecting life, residences, and businesses. Whether it’s a kitchen fire, an intruder at a business, a family member experiencing a medical emergency, or preventative non-emergency customer service conversations, our heroes are here to serve every day - 24/7, 365 days a year. Supported by teams of experts in their respective fields, our highly trained specialists are the monitoring backbone for thousands of alarm companies across the country. If you are in search of a unique, rewarding career opportunity in an industry like no other, join #TeamRapid! Located in Franklin Square, Rapid Response prides itself as a newly remodeled state-of-the-art facility containing ultra-modern technology. From touch-free entrances and continual sanitization to iPad break rooms and comfortable lounge areas, our employees enjoy a pristine and contemporary work environment. Additional Information Rapid Response offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and dynamic and professional work environments. We also offer continued growth through our internal advancement opportunities. Rapid Response is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr