Accounting & Finance Intern 5136

Reports To: Controller/VP Finance

Location: Pass Road Headquarters

Duration: 10 weeks (June 1-August 7)

Hours: Part-time, 20-25 hours per week

SUMMARY:

The accounting and finance intern will support the credit union’s accounting and finance teams in core functions, financial analysis, and reporting. This role emphasizes hands-on experience with financial data, general ledger activity, and organizational financial operations, while providing limited exposure to accounts payable processes.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:

• Assist with preparation of financial reports, including monthly and quarterly statements.
• Support general ledger activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Assist researchers with identifying details regarding outstanding entries. Provides support to resolve outstanding reconciling items within expected deadlines
• Analyze financial data and assist in identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
• Participate in month-end closing and quarterly call report processes
• Support internal and external audit processes by compiling documentation and schedules
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand financial impact of business activities
• Participate in various team meetings, projects, tasks, and assignments
• Monitors accounts payable inbox, addresses vendor inquiries and assembles invoices

INTERN QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program: accounting, finance, or business administration
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work up to 20-25 hours per week at our Biloxi headquarters office
• Trustworthy, motivated, organized