Intern – Accounting (377133)

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
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook)

Preferred qualifications:

• Education toward a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics or business administration
• 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
• Detail oriented with an energetic work style, strong drive to succeed and tenacity to learn
• 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:

• Assist with day-to-day financial tasks including month end close, journal entries, data projects, and ad hoc analysis focused on the transportation industry
• Ensure accounting records are up-to-date, accurate, and organized
• Help teammembers prepare for compliance filings and internal/external audit requests
• Work with business process owners to identify and scope areas of opportunity
• Build strong relationships and collaborations with senior leadership to support company goals
• Take advantage of learning opportunities to expand your knowledge of accounting and financial management

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. 

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. 

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