AMERISAFE, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Intern to join their team in DeRidder, LA. This part-time position offers college students pursuing a degree in business-related fields the opportunity to gain valuable experience in financial accounting and reporting for a publicly traded insurance company.
Responsibilities
Reconciliation of expenses, accruals, and account activity
Compilation and reporting of data required for Statutory and GAAP compliance
Preparation of tax forms to include income tax, premium tax and/or sales tax
Support preparation of financial statements and related documents, as required
Maintain Sox compliance and internal controls
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in college program to obtain a bachelor's degree in accounting or business
Working knowledge of applicable personal computing technologies, including MS Excel, MS Word, Visio, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and MS Outlook email
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communications skills—written and verbal. Must communicate with co-workers and Management in a courteous and professional manner
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet financial reporting and other project deadlines
Highly organized style, with demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently
Proven ability to work closely with others in a team-oriented environment
Must be detail oriented
Maintain prompt and regular attendance
Abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions that are given by Management
Foster the AMERISAFE culture by embracing the pillars of consistency, focus, frugality, ownership, and service
Preferred
AMERISAFE has been providing specialty workers' compensation insurance since 1986.
