An intern working in the field of Finance helps in the development and implementation of policies and practices for financial management, payroll, budget control, accounting and so on. By getting hands-on experience by working under a Finance Director or accountant, they are able to understand and follow financial trends. They can practically apply their theoretical knowledge of financial laws, government policies in their day-to-day work at a finance company.
Accountabilities
The intern’s daily responsibilities will be assigned by the Director of Finance (or a Finance Team Member) and may include the following:
To collect, understand, process, verify and report accounting related-information to their vertical head
Be given professional analytical and management support work assignments
Assistance may be required in the preparation of monthly or weekly financial reports
Develop and utilize spreadsheets, databases and other computer applications
Manage specialized information, reports, forms dealing with fees, billing, tracking of projects etc.
Enter information into the financial accounting system of the company (QuickBooks, ConnectWise, etc.)
Criteria for Success
Expertise in numbers and good math skills are very important
The interns must have knowledge of the basic principles and practices of accounting and financial analysis.
Must be able to collect, evaluate and interpret data, in both statistical and narrative form
Should be capable of preparing files and maintaining records and documentation
Have good written and oral communication skills
Other skills required are related to problem solving, entering and verifying data, knowledge of computers, various software applications and standard office equipment
Role Logistics
This is a part time, remote internship position
Estimated hours 20 – 29 per week
Flexible schedule. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Estimated Salary $18.00 - $20.00 per hour depending on experience
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