Finance Intern at Cornerstones
Reports to Job Role: Senior Director, Finance
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Duration: Summer Season
Descriptive Summary
Under the Senior Director, Finance’s direction, this provides support for all financial and bookkeeping functions that are not in conflict with the established separation of duties and financial controls approved by the Finance and Audit Committee. Works in conjunction with Finance, Human Resources, Resource Development, and Operations teams in providing support for various projects and tasks. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to gain practical skills and contribute to real projects under the guidance of experienced professionals.
Responsibilities
- Assist in financial analysis and reporting.
- Help with data entry and maintenance of financial records.
- Collaborate with team members on ad-hoc projects as needed.
- Participate in meetings and provide input on financial strategies and decisions.
- Support Account Payable and Billing functions.
- Participate in month-end and year-end close procedures.
- Prepare journal entries and complete account reconciliations.
- Support processing of donations and grant funds.
- Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
Education
Currently enrolled in a college or university and actively pursuing a degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
Experience and Skills
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
- Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
- Prior internship or work experience in finance is a plus, but not required.
Attitude
- Actively interested in learning about new and evidence-based methods for improving operations
- Attentive to constraints of time and funds in setting stretch goals
- Respectful of staff, volunteers, funders, and clients
- Forward-thinker, considering not just today but what are the implications for tomorrow
- Collaborative leader, working with others individually and in teams
Work Environment
This position is performed in a traditional office environment. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Interested students should send cover letter and resume to:
Julie Hielen, Executive Vice President, Human Resources, Julie.hielen@cornerstonesva.org