Accounting Intern

At WillScot (NASDAQ WSC), our 4000 people are at the heart of everything we do. In addition to providing industry-leading pay and benefits, we provide opportunities for development and upward mobility, while investing in the communities we serve. We are the undisputed leader in providing innovative flexible workspace and portable storage solutions, serving an incredible range of customers across all industries from 240 locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Our values are our foundation. We constantly strive to diversify our teams to ensure we have the best and brightest talent. We’re deeply committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where each person can contribute while being their authentic self. For more about WillScot and who we are, click here. Build your future with us!

About The Job

Attention current college students! Are you looking to get real-world working experience while still attending your classes?

WillScot has a great opportunity for college sophomores, juniors or seniors to join the Accounts Receivable team as a part-time intern, and we will work around your class schedule!

This is a PAID internship where you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting accounting and collections initiatives.

What You'll Be Doing

• Sending correspondence out to customers through GetPaid (accounting system) following the pre-defined strategy
• Following up on customer responses via emails and calls providing brief explanation to customers
• Escalating complex issues and questions to Collector assigned to specific account
• Sending copies of invoices as requested by customers
  
  

Education And Qualifications

• Full-time undergraduates (rising Junior or Senior) at a four-year college
• Able to complete a long term internship program
• Able to work 15-30 hours per week
• Authorization to work in the US for the duration of the internship
• Excellent communication skills via phone, active listening, excellent oral/written communication, negotiation and presentation skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Proficient with MS Office
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Flexibility & creativity; can adapt to shifts in priorities and urgencies
• Strong self-starter and team player, who brings a positive attitude to work and is enthusiastic about day to day activities
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage effectively
  
  

Disclaimer: This posting describes the general nature and level of work performed and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Collaboration and teamwork drive our success. Team members may be required to perform duties outside normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

WillScot provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

WillScot embraces diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We are focused on building teams that include a variety of backgrounds, lived experiences, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we will be!