Accounts Payable Intern (Part-Time)

PAY: $17-$20/hour (based on education and experience).

REPORTS TO: Accounts Payable Manager

DIRECT REPORTS: No

LOCATION: Bismarck, ND (On-site position; must reside locally and be authorized to work in the U.S.)

JOB SUMMARY

The Accounts Payable Intern will support the AP team with day-to-day activities while gaining hands-on accounting experience. This role will assist with invoice processing, expense tracking, vendor records, and other AP tasks while building practical skills and learning how the accounts payable process works from start to finish.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Assist with entering and processing invoices in the accounting software system, with guidance from the AP team
• Support process improvement projects by helping document current AP workflows. Assist with vendor communications under supervision, such as following up on missing documentation. Help ensure invoices are processed on schedule by supporting the team with data entry and filing.
• Compare purchase orders, prices, terms of payment and other charges.
• Process and record accounts payable transactions in an accurate and timely manner.
• Interact with vendors in a helpful, courteous, and professional manner.
• Create a positive and productive work atmosphere by communicating and behaving in a professional and team-like manner with all other employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Skills and Knowledge

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Must be capable of adhering to instructions and receiving guidance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access, with a willingness to learn new software to enhance daily responsibilities.
• Exercise sound judgment to effectively address and resolve issues.
• Highly organized and attentive to detail.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Possesses the ability to communicate with customers in a courteous, helpful, professional, and timely manner.
• Strong analytical and computer skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills. Ability to get along with diverse personalities.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication (written and verbal), analytical, and decision-making skills. Willingness to learn accounting principles and AP best practices through on-the-job training.

Work Conditions

• Generally, a standard office environment.
• The ability to work irregular hours when necessary.