Health - Finance Accounts Payable Internship
Health - Finance Accounts Payable Internship
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Job Description
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$15.95 $30.00 HourlyDepartment:
Health DepartmentJob Type:
InternExemption Status:
United States of America (NonExempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
April 15 2025
The Opportunity:
Finance Accounts Payable Internship
Financial and Business Management Division
JOB TYPE: Temporary College Intern
DURATION: June through September
SALARY: $24.00 hr. 30 40 hours per week MondayFriday)
Telework: Hybrid 12 times a week in the office. Possible to switch to Routine Telework if appropriate
LOCATION: Gladys McCoy Building 619 NW 6th Avenue Portland OR 97209
TriMet Passes are available if transportation to County facilities is required.
Eligibility requirements and more details found on our College to County website.
Vision: Thriving communities that nurture the health and resilience of all
Mission: We work with communities to advance health equity protect the most vulnerable and promote health and wellness for everyone
Division Description
The Financial and Business Management Division manages the accounting budgeting contracting financial management and procurement functions specific to the Health Department.
The division is responsible for:
Accounts receivable billing and collection services
Departmental financial reporting
Departmental budget development
Financial and operational data analytics & reporting
All contracts intergovernmental agreements and professional service agreements
Accounts payable
Purchasing
Travel and training services
The division is committed to creating safety trust and belonging. Our program policy budget and staffing decisions will be rooted in equity and aligned with the departments values of leading with race dismantling white supremacy and ending racial injustice.
Job Description
The Financial and Business Management Division is seeking a valuedriven team player to fill the position of Accounts Payable Intern. This internship provides an excellent opportunity for an individual interested in enhancing their knowledge and experience in Governmental Accounting by following accounting standards set forth by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) for state and local levels. Through mentorship and under general supervision the successful candidate will be responsible to complete specific projects and a variety of ongoing assignments to help develop their knowledge and skills.
Some of the various projects and responsibilities may include:
Preparing and maintaining Accounts Payable (AP) electronic file and folder structure and archiving for audit readiness
Reviewing and redacting information in financial documents (including invoices etc.
Coordinating communication between AP unit and service program staff to verify cost objects etc.
Participating in intern cohort meetings trainings and job shadowing opportunities
Other duties and special projects as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
This position will offer the successful candidate an opportunity to learn practice and improve the following knowledge skills and abilities.
Knowledge
Desktop software such as Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint.
Financial management software such as Workday
Records management principles and practices.
Accounting policies and best practices
Governmental accounting (Governmental Accounting Standards)
Qualifications Skills & Abilities
Candidates should have completed or enrolled in a college/university academic institution.
Participate in a workforce committed to equity and inclusion and leading with race.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing and work cooperatively with a variety of County staff.
Perform analytical work and prepare clear and concise reports.
Plan develop review and complete projects in a timely manner.
Interpret and apply administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
Demonstrate customer service practices including communicating in a positive manner using plain language and being personcentered and culturally responsive.
Understand and apply basic accounting principles relating to accounts payable including payment reconciliation and account code structure.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions
Recruiter:
Cole WhitehurstEmail:
Phone:
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Job Profile:
8007 College InternRequired Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
