Consulting Intern Settlement Funds and Claims Administration

Baton Rouge, LA, USA ● Metairie, LA, USA Req #9
Friday, February 10, 2023

For more than 70 years, Postlethwaite & Netterville (P&N), APAC has helped businesses and individuals across the country shape clearer paths forward. Our professional accounting and assurance, consulting, tax, and technology services allow clients to streamline and organize operations, comply with changing regulations, and boost business growth with the right technological tools.  As Louisiana’s top CPA firm, our rapid growth is continuing.  We are looking for leaders to GROW WITH US!

This Consulting Intern position is designed to provide individuals currently pursuing either a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with assignments that further their knowledge of the consulting and project functions within a public accounting and business advisory firm.  

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Working towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Computer Science, Human Resources, MBA (or related field).  
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred, but not required. 
  • Must exhibit a high degree of professionalism, ethical behavior, and maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
  • Must be able to demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills.
  • Must have a desire to learn and be flexible.
  • Must have excellent communication skills in business and technical environments.
  • Must have the capability to professionally and appropriately communicate with a diverse group of individuals.
  • Able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, innovative, and continuously changing environment.
  • Must be computer literate with the capability of performing at an intermediate or advanced level with respect to the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word.  
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Under direct supervision, assist, prepare, complete and self-review assigned tasks in an efficient manner within allotted time frames.
  • Document procedures performed, findings or other issues, draft/compile work papers, reports and client correspondence.
  • Monitor workload and billable hours on a weekly basis.
  • Communicate with supervisor any obstacles or items of concern.
  • Comply with the professional and Firm requirements (e.g., employee handbook requirements, time entry procedures), quality control document requirement, confidentiality requirements related to client, proposal, personnel, and job related information.
  • Attend and actively engage in training sessions or meetings as required. 
  • Maintain a positive attitude and be receptive to feedback.
  • If applicable, prepare for and take the eligible certification(s) at available opportunity.
Other Duties:
  • Provides courteous and prompt service to all internal and external parties.  Prioritizes and addresses requests and assignments in a professional and cooperative manner.
  • Assists co-workers in the completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service.  Actively supports teamwork throughout the organization.
  • Performs other services as assigned.
Other Considerations: 
  • May periodically travel and work from different company locations.
  • May be required to work extended/overtime hours during workweek and/or on weekends as needed.
  • Must be able to reach P&N’s office in a timely manner and be ready to perform job responsibilities.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job successfully with or without reasonable accommodations.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and listen. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to focus. This position spends a significant amount of time sitting and operating a computer. Lifting requirements will not typically exceed 25 pounds. 
 
Work Environment: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully with or without reasonable accommodations.  The work environment is considered to be that of a typical business/office operation.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

BENEFITS:

  • Work/Life Balance: Dress for Your Day policy, Volunteer Opportunities, Fun Team Activities
  • Financial Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Plan, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Pet Insurance, Competitive Compensation
  • Health & Wellness: Employee Assistance Program

Join our team of professionals and take a firm step forward in your career. With an established mentor program and defined career paths for a range of specialties and skill sets, P&N is a place where professionals of all experience levels thrive. Our Lifelong Learning program, combined with technical training opportunities for staff, ensure that this is a place where our employees can grow — and with a rich office culture and a strong commitment to work/life balance, P&N is a place where you'll be happy to do so. To be considered for employment, visit www.pncpa.com/careers, complete an employment application and Explore Your Next Opportunity with P&N.
 
Postlethwaite & Netterville (P&N), APAC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or other protected classifications.

Other details

  • Job Family Intern
  • Pay Type Hourly
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