Accounting Intern (Remote)
Job Title:
Accounting Intern (Remote)
Job Type:
Internship (Contractor)
Overview:
Community Education Group is looking for an Accounting Intern to join our Accounting team. As an Accounting Intern, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in non-profit accounting processes and procedures. You will assist in various accounting tasks, including data entry, reconciliations, and financial reporting, while supporting the overall workflow of our Accounting department. The internship will last 1-2 semesters and is intended for students available for an academic or summer term.
About the Organization:
Community Education Group (CEG) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working to eliminate disparities in health outcomes and improve public health in disadvantaged populations and under-served communities. CEG accomplishes this by conducting capacity-building and needs assessments, training community health workers, sharing our expertise through national networks and local capacity-building efforts, and advocating for practical and effective health policies that lead to social change. CEG has over 30 years of experience in various sectors relating to health disparities and today is committed to bringing resources, opportunities, and attention to the 13 states of Appalachia.
Job Location:
Remote - Preference will be given to those living in or with connections to the rural regions of the 13 states of Appalachia: AL, GA, KY, MD, MS, NY, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, VA, WV.
Agency-Wide Duties and Responsibilities:
Supports the mission, vision, and values of the CEG
Complies willingly with all organizational policies and procedures
Supports and facilitates positive interaction with others by exhibiting:
Individual maturity
Respect for others
A team-centered approach
Cultural humility
Maintenance of confidential information
Communicates appropriate information to their supervisor and other departments promptly and effectively
Attends weekly staff meetings on time and prepared with requested materials and updates
Attends weekly check-ins with the direct supervisor
Attends monthly Appalachian Partnership Consortium meetings
Attends any online training courses deemed beneficial for completion of accounting tasks
Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities
Basic understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
General knowledge of Uniform Guidance 2 CFR 200
Assist in ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations
Work closely with the Accounting team to understand accounting processes and procedures
Responsible for a variety of accounting and bookkeeping tasks
Provide accounting and clerical support to the accounting department
Assist with the accurate and timely entry of banking and credit card bank feed transactions into accounting software
Assist with the accurate and timely entry of vendor invoices into online accounts payable app for synchronization into accounting software
Perform reconciliations of accounts in a timely manner
Help identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records
Maintain organized records of invoices, receipts, and other financial documents
Other accounting and finance-related tasked as assigned
Reporting Relationships:
Intern Coordinator and Accounting Operations Manager
Internship Requirements/Qualifications
Currently pursuing or recently completed an undergraduate or graduate level degree in accounting
Demonstrate technical competency with the Microsoft 365 Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneDrive) and Zoom
Passionate about CEG’s mission and purpose
General Skill Requirements:
Exceptional attention to detail for completion of accurate work
Excellent self-management, communication, and team-based participation
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication, public speaking, and presentation skills
Exemplary ability to manage multiple tasks using independent judgment and discretion
Ability to work appropriately and effectively with diverse age groups, racial and ethnic minorities, sexual and gender-identity minorities, and neurodiverse communities
Ability to work independently in a high-paced, deadline-oriented environment while working remotely
Ability to plan while remaining flexible enough to pivot with urgency
Willingness to learn new skills to meet the demanding changes of job duties and responsibilities
Physical and Sensory Requirements:
Ability to read, write, and converse in English
Ability to communicate efficiently with staff, stakeholders, and vendors
Ability to remain calm and composed under stress
Prolonged sitting at a desk and working on a computer is necessary to perform the duties of the position
Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard measurements)
Ability to evaluate/interpret information and make independent judgments/decisions
Schedule:
Interns will be expected to work most of their time between 9 am – 5 pm EST, Monday through Friday, but exact working hours are flexible. Interns will work no more than 20 hours per week, but the precise number of hours is also negotiable at the time of hire, depending on internship requirements and CEG needs.
Compensation:
Base rate of $18.00+ per hour dependent on professional experience and schooling level.
How to Apply:
Submit a cover letter and resume. Students and alums from HBCUs, Tribal Institutions, and Hispanic Serving Institutions are encouraged to apply. People of color, people living with HIV, people with lived experience of substance use disorder, LGBTQ+, and people over 55+ are encouraged to apply. Initial screenings will continue until the position is filled. No phone calls or emails, please.
Additional Questions:
I understand that this internship is a contractor/consultant position, not full- or part-time employment, and I understand that I will be required to complete a W-9 form and will be issued a 1099 form for all income received.
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
Have you shared all required materials in one combined document?