Accounting Summer Intern / Mobile, AL

A family of companies and experiences

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. Our 225,000 associates work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Description

Our Team is currently an accounting intern for the Field Support team in Field Accounting. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience and learn from a team with varied strengths. The primary role of the Field Accounting Services Intern position is providing financial support to our field operations while providing top internal customer service across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a liaison between field operations and other Corporate functions such as Accounts Payable, Treasury, Capital Assets and Payroll
• Assist with ensuring monthly profit and loss statements are an accurate reflection of the results of the period
• Ensure accounting conforms to the Group Accounting Policies and Procedures and maintains our internal controls
• Validate field requests and prepare journal entries as needed
• Special projects as assigned

Qualifications:

• Pursuing Bachelor’s, as a rising Junior or Senior, in Accounting or similar undergraduate program with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Proficient in MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Access)

Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• High level of attention to detail and organization with the ability to multitask
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with all levels of Management
• Proficiency regarding time and meeting target dates; Ability to work under pressure given tight deadlines
• Must be a quick learner, self-directed, proactive, and curious
• Ability to be flexible and adjust to changing factors and conditions
• Curiosity about the hospitality and service industry
• Can-do attitude
• Attention to detail
• Demonstrate awareness, understanding, and skills vital to work in a diverse environment
• This position is paid, but not eligible for benefits such as medical, relocation, or housing.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.