Accounting Intern

132399 East Baton Rouge Parish Housing Authority

Job Location:

Baton Rouge, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Type

Part-time (Internship)

Job Title: Intern (Accounting)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

The Accounting Intern will assist the Finance Department with daily accounting operations related to Affordable Housing and Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs. This role offers hands-on experience in accounts payable receivable reconciliations and financial reporting within a public housing agency setting. The intern will work under the supervision of a Senior Accountant and work closely with other finance staff to support accurate financial management and reporting.

This role will work approx. 20 hours per week.

Essential functions:

Enter accounting data and transactions into the financial system accurately and in a timely manner.
Assist with preparing and reviewing supporting documentation for invoices receipts and payments.
Perform basic reconciliations of accounts including verifying balances and identifying discrepancies.
Help maintain organized and up-to-date financial files both electronic and hard copy.
Assist in compiling and verifying data for financial reports.
Support the Finance Department with other administrative and accounting-related tasks as assigned.

Additional duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Supervisory responsibilities:

Work environment

In office setting

Physical demands

Ability to sit for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
Reaching bending or kneeling may be required for filing or related tasks.

Travel required

Required education and experience

Current enrollment in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field.
Basic knowledge of accounting principles and Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word).
Prior office or finance-related work experience preferred but not required.

Skills and Competencies

Skills and Competencies:
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality.
Good organizational communication and time management skills.
Willingness to learn and contribute in a team-oriented environment.

Salary Description

13 - 14.25/hour

Required Experience:

Intern

Job TypePart-time (Internship)Job Title: Intern (Accounting)JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Summary:The Accounting Intern will assist the Finance Department with daily accounting operations related to Affordable Housing and Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs. This role offers hands-on experience in acc...