Accounting Intern Job at XPO Logistics, Portland, OR

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  • XPO Logistics
  • Portland, OR

Job Description

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 in Accounting
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Preferred qualifications:
  • 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
  • Energetic work style with a strong drive to succeed
  • 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:
  • Help support the SOX Compliance and LTL Accounting teams in monthly responsibilities and special projects
  • Assist the SOX Compliance team with AuditBoard system administration and maintaining the risk control matrix
  • Assist the Accounting team with preparation of schedules to support journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Help support the month-end and quarter-end accounting close and SOX internal control processes
  • Gain understanding and experience with Finance, Accounting and various other functions of the transportation and logistics industry
  • Build strong relationships and collaborations with members of the Accounting and Finance organization to support company goals
  • Identify opportunities to improve current processes
  • Develop hands-on experience with continuous improvement projects; utilize and enhance your problem-solving skills while contributing to special assignments

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 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.


Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.

Job Tags

Internship, Work at office,

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