Intern Finance

Job Description

Canyon AeroConnect is a global leader in mission-critical communication systems for aerospace applications. Based in Prescott, Arizona, we design and manufacture advanced analog and digital radio systems, intercoms, audio management solutions, and VHF/UHF communication systems. Trusted by aviation professionals worldwide, we are committed to excellence in every connection.

Role purpose (position scope): 
This is an internship position within Canyon AeroConnect's Accounting Department. The primary role is to develop practical accounting and finance experience by supporting routine accounting activities, financial analysis, reconciliations, and departmental projects. The position will also assist with duty drawback and tariff management activities, including organizing supporting documentation, reviewing transaction data, and maintaining records under the direction of Finance.

Key Responsibilities:
• Match supplier invoices to receiving documentation and support accurate accounts payable processing.
• Enter supplier invoice information into the Payables module of the Oracle ERP system.
• Assist with the weekly A/P check run and process payments as needed.
• Maintain organized accounts payable and payment documentation.
• Process supplier credit references as requested.
• Reconcile vendor statements to the accounts payable trial balance.
• Assist with monthly journal entries in the General Ledger module of Oracle.
• Prepare assigned monthly General Ledger account reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting, departmental actual results, and basic financial analysis.
• Maintain petty cash and supporting documentation.
• Review and process travel and purchasing card expense reports.
• Assist with duty drawback activities by compiling and organizing import, purchasing, inventory, and export documentation used to support drawback claims.
• Assist with tariff management by maintaining supporting records and helping Finance analyze tariff-related costs and transactions.
• Coordinate with Accounting, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and other departments as needed to obtain documentation supporting duty drawback and tariff activities.
• Comply and uphold Canyon AeroConnect's SHE policies and standards.
• Comply with Canyon AeroConnect's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Core Competencies: 
• Must either be a recent graduate or be in the process of completing a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field.
• Proficient with computers, spreadsheets, and finance or accounting software programs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across departments.
• Strong organization and time management skills with attention to deadlines and documentation.
• Must have completed introductory accounting courses and have a basic understanding of accounting and financial principles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when documenting financial and transaction information.
• Team-oriented, motivated to learn, and willing to take on new accounting, finance, duty drawback, and tariff-related assignments.

Physical Demands: 
• Tasks involve light physical effort in sedentary to light work; may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects or materials (5 – 10 lbs.)
• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station

Work Environment: 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Office setting, reasonably quiet, temperature controlled
• Overtime to include evening and weekend work may be required on occasion

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive of every job function, duty and responsibility. Duties may increase, decrease and/or change as deemed necessary to support the department operations.