Accounting Intern at XPO

About Accounting Intern at XPO

What you’ll need to succeed as an Accounting Intern at XPO Minimum qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)   Preferred qualifications: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present clean, organized and thorough information and data appropriate for the intended audience Solid organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines Energetic work style with a strong drive to succeed Self-motivated instincts with the ability to work well with minimal supervision or in a team environment and consult with team members/management as needed   About the Accounting Intern job What you’ll do on a typical day: Help support the SOX Compliance and LTL Accounting teams in monthly responsibilities and special projects Assist the SOX Compliance team with AuditBoard system administration and maintaining the risk control matrix Assist the Accounting team with preparation of schedules to support journal entries and account reconciliations Help support the month-end and quarter-end accounting close and SOX internal control processes Gain understanding and experience with Finance, Accounting and various other functions of the transportation and logistics industry Build strong relationships and collaborations with members of the Accounting and Finance organization to support company goals Identify opportunities to improve current processes Develop hands-on experience with continuous improvement projects; utilize and enhance your problem-solving skills while contributing to special assignments