National Technical Institute for the Deaf

Hometown

Chicago, Illinois

Degree programs

B.S., Business Administration Accounting

Year of graduation

2017

Place of employment

Caterpillar, Peoria, Illinois

Job Title

Corporate accounting intern

Work Responsibilities

I worked in corporate accounting and procurement with the Global Supply Network Division and was very involved with direct material cost reporting (DMCR). I pulled cost data for invoices, and consolidated the data into an Excel template to support upcoming facility cost reconciliations. I also created a pre- and post-closing checklist for DMCR Day 5. I attended DCMR open forums, DCMR trainings and adjustor trainings, Access Audit, reconciliation process and pre-edit data flow meetings, team meetings and events for interns.

How my career relates to my degree from RIT/NTID

RIT courses helped me develop my skills in Microsoft Office, Excel and other software related to my choice of major. I also gained business knowledge and skills in business communication and I’m sure this degree will guide me in the future. Getting this education has been a great opportunity.

Advice

Most supervisors and managers are looking for these skills: excellence, commitment and teamwork. Get involved in the community and take advantage of as many opportunities as you can. And learn by asking as many questions as you can.

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