Finance Intern

Finance Intern

Title: Finance Intern

Location: Exton, PA (Local-onsite)

Division/Department: Finance

Reports to: Assistant Controller         

Part-time, Mon-Fri, 9:00am-5:30pm, 15-20 hours weekly

Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an award winning, publicly listed (HKSE), full-service CRO/Contract Research Organization operating over 25 state-of-the-art laboratories across the US, Canada and China, and growing over 30% YOY. Our core competencies include drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics/ pharmacodynamics (PK/PD), safety and toxicology, bioanalytical services, chemistry and manufacturing controls for drug development, and core laboratory services for clinical trials. 

Job Summary

The Finance Intern will assist the Accounts Payable department as well as complete any miscellaneous administrative tasks as needed. This position ensures the timely and proper payment of all invoices while enforcing the company policies and confirming that proper procedures are followed, while working closely with internal functions and departments in making sure that controls are in place, so no improper payments are made. This position is expected to key in a high volume of invoices, process check requests, electronic transfers, and assuring the accuracy and quality of work.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Receives, sorts, and timely reviews incoming invoices.
• Codes invoices with correct general ledger account and double-check Purchase Order General Ledger account to ensure financial accuracies.
• Initiate resolution of problems and follow up on discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders. Research and timely resolve invoice discrepancies and issues.
• Obtains proper approvals for payments according to company policies.
• Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments.
• Prepare and perform check runs. 
• Maintain vendor files and records.
• Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries. Reconcile vendor statements, research, and address discrepancies.
• Assist with 1099’s.
• Assist with month-end closing. 
• Provide supporting documentation for audits.
• Support in building a positive team environment within the Finance Department. Work with team members to ensure accurate and timely completion of assigned responsibilities.
• Reimbursement Expense Tracking: Monitoring and recording business expenses, verifying receipts, and preparing expense reports.
• Administrative Support: Providing general administrative assistance such as managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements for BD and the accounting team.
• Documentation and Filing: Maintaining organized and up-to-date financial records, both physical and electronic, in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

 Minimum Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled student, working towards obtaining a degree in Finance or Accounting

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):  

• Strong attention to detail required.
• Ability to demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Exposure to NetSuite software is a plus.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a growing team environment

Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.