Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:  Accounting Intern 

Division: Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI)

Location : Pella, IA - Onsite

F LSA:  Non-Exempt  

Job Status:  Internship  

Travel Required: 0-5%  

Revision Date:  August 19, 2026 

Reports To:  Accounting Manager  

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Serves as a contributing member of the Accounting Team, assisting with day-to-day reporting, month-end close, and other tasks. Works on projects to improve processes, analyze data and reports, and learn systems. The intern experience is designed to apply accounting principles and other classroom learnings to real problems while developing problem-solving and communication skills in order to experience what a career in accounting is like.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

More specifically, the Accounting intern will:

• Assist with financial statement analysis and other reporting
• Prepare and distribute Daily Cash reporting
• Analyze inventory reports
• Assist with month-end close procedures
• Complete special projects as needed and other duties assigned (will vary based on business needs)
• Communicate positively with supervisors, coworkers, and internal/external customers

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Pursuing bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year College or university in an accounting degree
• Strong academic candidate, demonstrated by a GPA of 3.0 or better
• Preference for completion of Intermediate Accounting
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work and communicate with many people at varying levels of the organization
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• High level of professionalism/strong communication skills
• Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Teamwork and leadership experiences in academic, athletic, and/or off-campus activities
• Previous work experience preferred
• Embodies corporate mission and team values – customer-first, team-oriented, positive attitude, problem solver, and personal passion
• Regular, consistent attendance

EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS 

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university majoring in accounting degree program

TRAINING – CERTIFICATIONS – LICENSES 

• Continually participate in additional training

To perform this position successfully, individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
• Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens and receives clarification, respond to questions.
• Dependability -  Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
• Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; Works ethically and with integrity.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures. 
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee:

• Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
• Must be able to regularly use hands and arms.
• Must be able to regularly stand and walk. 
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
• Specific hearing abilities required for this job include the ability to hear equipment alarms and the ability to hear instructions from others.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• The noise level in the work environment is usually QUIET.
• The employee is in an office setting
• Steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection when in production environments.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Precision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with Precision, Inc.

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