Intern, Accounting & Finance

1800 Duke St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA

Req #1001

Thursday, December 12, 2024

SHRM is a member-driven catalyst for creating better workplaces where people and businesses thrive together. As the trusted authority on all things work, SHRM is the foremost expert, researcher, advocate, and thought leader on issues and innovations impacting today’s evolving workplaces.  With nearly 340,000 members in 180 countries, SHRM touches the lives of more than 362 million workers and their families globally.

SUMMARY

SHRM’s paid internship program enables students to participate in valuable real-world work experience through various tailored assignments within their areas of interest and fields of study. Students will be tasked with different team-specific projects, and tasks, and participate in professional development projects and events to prepare them for their future careers.The Accounting & Finance Intern will work closely with our finance team to support various accounting functions and financial analysis. This internship offers the chance to learn fundamental accounting principles, and financial reporting, and contribute to critical financial processes within the organization.

This is a paid internship starting at $20.00/Hour.

This is a 10-week, summer internship from June 6, 2024 - August 4, 2024.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in day-to-day accounting tasks, including accounts payable/receivable, journal entries, and reconciliations.

• Support financial data entry and maintenance of financial records in compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

• Assist in preparing financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

• Collaborate with the finance team to analyze financial data and assist in financial forecasting and budgeting processes.

• Participate in audits by gathering and organizing financial information and documentation.

• Assist in ad hoc financial projects and analysis as required by the finance team.

• Learn and apply accounting software and tools to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.

• 0-3 years of relevant work experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial concepts; coursework or relevant projects in accounting/finance is advantageous.

• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Strong problem-solving analytical skills

• Strong skills in business written and verbal communication skills

• High levels of commitment and initiative

• Ability to successfully work in a team

• Ability and willingness to follow directions

• Possess a professional demeanor and interpersonal skills

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment

• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook

Additional Notes

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily with reasonable accommodations.

• Work is generally done sitting, talking, hearing, and typing. Visual acuity to use a keyboard, prepare and analyze data and figures; transcribe, view a computer terminal; extensive reading.

Work environment

• SHRM does operate under a hybrid work schedule and will require you to be in SHRM’s headquarters in Alexandria, VA on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. On Mondays and Fridays will be working remotely.

• Work is regularly performed in office and conference settings and routinely uses standard office equipment.

Our employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.

SHRM is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran).

We do not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Other details

• Job Family 00 - Human Resources

• Job Function 00 - Primary

• Pay Type Hourly

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• 1800 Duke St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA