Accounting & Risk Intern at Bigos Management

<div style="text-align: center;"><em><strong>BIGOS MANAGEMENT IS PROUD TO BE NAMED A STAR TRIBUNE TOP WORKPLACE IN 2025 FOR THE 11^th&nbsp;TIME</strong></em><br>&nbsp;</div> <p><strong><u>LOCATION</u></strong><br>Golden Valley, Minnesota (hybrid work option available, must be based locally)</p> <p><strong><u>HOURS</u></strong></p> <p>Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, 40 hours per week.</p> <p><strong><u>PAY, BENEFITS, AND PERKS</u></strong></p> <p>Hiring Pay Range:​ $18.00 - $21.00/hour</p> <p></p> <ul> <li>Safe and Sick time earned at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked&nbsp;</li> <li>One floating holiday (4 hours)</li> <li>Volunteer Time Off (4 hours)</li> <li>Life Time Fitness Membership discount</li> </ul> <p></p> <p>The hiring pay range and list of benefits that are posted are an estimate and not designed to cover a complete listing of all aspects of the position. Reach out to Human Resources with any questions (<a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>).</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES</strong></span></p> <p><strong>Accounting</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Reconcile and analyze communities’ general ledgers for accuracy</li> <li>Review and analyze communities’ month-end reports ensuring compliance with Bigos policies and procedures</li> <li>Prepare financial reporting – monthly, quarterly, and annually for both internal and external statement users</li> <li>Facilitate statement users’ understanding and accurate interpretation of financial results</li> <li>Assist with year-end processes including audit, compilation, and tax services provided by public accountants</li> <li>Maintain strong financial controls</li> <li>Comply with Federal, state, and local legal requirements, enforce adherence to requirements and advise management regarding necessary actions</li> <li>Maintain confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential</li> <li>Communicate with colleagues, communities, and business partners in a courteous and professional manner</li> <li>Provide assistance to property management (on-site and regional) to facilitate evaluation and understanding of financial results</li> </ul> <p><strong>Risk </strong></p> <ul> <li>Process and manage general liability claims to minimize costs and pursue claim resolution</li> <li>Act as liaison for property and corporate department teams to report and investigate incidents; gather necessary incident documentation to investigate the claim and determine company obligations</li> <li>Report new claims to appropriate insurer and/or third-party claims administrator (TPA)</li> <li>Coordinate with insurer claims adjusters, third party administrator (TPA), Bigos Management business teams, legal counsel, and other parties as needed to diligently manage claims</li> <li>Identify claims with third party recovery or subrogation potential and gather supporting documents</li> <li>Maintain and analyze data regarding claims, prepare reports to assist the company in managing and reducing risk</li> <li>Prepare regular management reporting of claims and other summaries as requested</li> <li>Other duties as assigned</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></span></p> <p><strong>Education and Experience:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Working towards a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field&nbsp;is preferred</li> <li>Prior Accounting or Risk related internship experience is preferred</li> <li>Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel skills a plus</li> <li>Must have a strong desire to learn, and the ability to catch on quickly in a fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Proven ability to multi-task, as well as work independently and in a team setting.</li> <li>Must have strong analytical skills.</li> <li>Experience in handling sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality</li> </ul> <p><strong>Skills and Abilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Fluent in English and skilled in oral and written communication</li> <li>Ability to use tact, diplomacy and a clear, courteous manner when dealing with co-workers and the public</li> <li>Decision-making, problem solving, and time management skills</li> <li>Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with limited general supervision and direction</li> <li>Organization and problem-solving skills</li> <li>Research and analytical skills and attention to detail</li> </ul> <p><strong>Physical Demands:</strong></p> <p>Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; strength to lift and carry items weighing up to 10 pounds; vision to read printed material and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in-person and over the telephone.&nbsp; Must be able to quickly and easily navigate the property/building as required to meet the job functions, including climbing stairs and walking the hallways and common areas.</p> <p><strong>Personal Protective Equipment</strong>: None</p> <p><strong>Work Environment</strong>: Office working conditions, corporate office</p>