What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Accounting Intern position at PPL Corporation?
Company Summary Statement
Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve more than 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 334,000 natural gas and 433,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 569,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. LG&E and KU are major employers and active supporters of the communities they serve. They empower employees, community members and initiatives across their service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability and wellbeing.Overview
This position is responsible for performing a variety of accounting duties in the Corporate Accounting Department. This intern position will be part time (20 hours per week) during the fall and spring semesters and full time in the summers. Hours are flexible based on the student's class schedule.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in school full-time pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- Minimum 3.00 GPA
- Requires excellent computer skills with knowledge and experience using Excel.
- Above average interpersonal written/oral communication skills required.
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Responsibilities
- Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Provide assistance in the monthly closing process.
- Compile and organize data for reports.
- Create and maintain files.
- Work with operational and financial employees to gather financial information
- Plan and develop financial reports and analysis using Excel, Oracle, EiS or PowerPlan.
- Performs other duties as directed by management.
