Intern, Accounting

2 weeks ago

Tempe, United States Iridium Satellite Full time
Intern, Accounting Job Locations US-AZ-Tempe | US-AZ-Chandler Job ID 2024-4059 Category Other Worker Category Intern Company Overview

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium's unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

Position Summary, Job Requirements & Responsibilities

The Iridium Internship Program is an opportunity for students to be a part of the Iridium teams shaping the future of satellite communications. As an Intern, you'll begin making an impact on real projects from day one Come prepared to grow, develop, and learn alongside a team and the leaders of our company. The Iridium Internship program is a 12-week program that runs from May 27, 2025 to August 15, 2025. During the program, interns will have the opportunity to provide valuable support to an Iridium department on a project or important work assignment. Interns will also be provided an opportunity to engage with senior leadership and fellow interns via regular engagement activities. Interns will participate in an end of internship presentation, where we ask them to reflect on their summer internships and present a summary of what they have learned and accomplished.

What We're Looking For:

  • The Iridium Accounting team is seeking a bright, detail oriented, intern that will gain valuable insight into the day to day activities of an accounting department in a public company where accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to controls is important. You will have the opportunity to participate in the Company's month end close process which requires recording financial transactions and related reconciliation/analysis. This internship position will help you put into practice some of the key concepts you have learned in your accounting classes.

What You'll Do:

  • Assist with monthly journal entries to record financial transactions and the preparation of account reconciliations
  • Participate in cross-department meetings such as HR, Tax, Sales Support, and Legal
  • Assist with specialized projects and initiatives such as inventory analysis, fixed asset reporting and analysis, expense review, and on-going statutory financial statement audit procedures
  • Participate in various internal and external financial reporting processes
  • Review of intercompany balances
  • Document/Review internal accounting processes and recommend changes
  • Assist with performing research on technical accounting matters, as they may arise

Skills You'll Obtain:

  • Real-world experience in chosen field of interest and related topics through multiple hands-on projects
  • Critical thinking and analytical skills
  • Understand further the financial statement components of a public company
  • Understand in more detail the necessity of a strong internal control environment for a public company

What You'll Need to Succeed:

  • Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and professional demeanor
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact comfortably at all levels of the organization
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to analyze and problem solve as well as think creatively
  • Strong technical skills including a strong command of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
  • Must possess a strong customer service orientation with high sense of urgency in meeting goals and deadlines
Experience & Education Requirements / EEO

Things You Must Bring to the Table:

  • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
  • Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's or graduate degree program at an accredited academic institution
    • Accounting or Finance preferred
  • US Citizenship is required
  • Must be able to work in person

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.

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