Description:
The Accounting organization at Northeast Utilities located in Berlin, Connecticut has an opportunity for highly motivated students pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting looking for an opportunity in a summer intern program in a fast paced, changing industry. Individuals will perform a variety of responsibilities associated with the preparation of financial data for the various NU system companies.
The responsibilities of an intern position in the Accounting organization at Northeast Utilities will include some of the following:
·Assist in the preparation of SEC, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and state regulatory filings
·Assist with the review and analysis of month end financial statements and reports
·Participate in the monthly accounting closing cycle including preparation of journal entries and analysis and reconciliation of accounts
·Develop corporate cost loading rates
·Assist in the research of accounting issues as identified
The Company uses a number of tools to accomplish these tasks including,
·Working with the Company's integrated mainframe accounting and budgeting system.
·Working with Microsoft Office applications including EXCEL and WORD.
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates should possess excellent communication, judgment, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of accounting theory is required. Individuals should be proficient in the use of MS Office applications, and have a strong interest and desire to learn and apply computer applications. Candidate should be in the process of pursuing a Bachelor's degree in accounting; preference will be given to students who have finished their junior year. Please provide your GPA. To submit your application and resume, please visit our website at www.nu.com/jobs.