*Part-time Accounting and Finance Intern*
*Location: Newark Public Library – 5 Washington Street Newark, NJ*
*Duration: 05/2024 - 08/2024 (20 Hours a week)*
*Hourly rate: $20.
00*
*Start Date: May 1, 2024*
*Job Description *
The Newark Public Library (NPL) has an opportunity for an Accounting and Finance Intern at its Main branch.
The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Comptroller and his/her designee(s) to engage in real-world experiences in fund accounting, audit preparation, forensic accounting research, financial reporting and other special projects as needed.
Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of work experiences and role qualifications.
We look forward to reviewing your resume.
*Work Experience Opportunities: *
* Assist Finance Team members with documentation of processes and procedures
* Learn aspects of Abila MIP Accounting and Financial System platform
* Assist with procurement, accounts payables, accounts receivables transactions, and journal entries
* Observe and assist in independent audit preparation processes
* Assist in the review and management of four fund streams for internal reporting and audit development
* Prepare financials for capital improvement projects
* Run reports for department level financial information for budget management
* Create and distribute monthly and ad hoc financial reports to internal stakeholders
* Assist Finance Team members with special projects as needed
*Qualifications for Accounting and Finance Intern *
* Candidate will be, (1) actively enrolled in a bachelors or masters level degree program at a New Jersey-based institution of higher education, or (2) a recent graduate of a New Jersey-based institution of higher education (2022-2023).
Strong preference for concentration in accounting, finance, economics or business administration.
* Candidate is able to follow instructions, work independently with some oversight.
* Candidate must have unrestricted right to work in the USA and must show proof of eligibility to work in the USA.
* Ideally, candidate will have some experience with Microsoft Office, with knowledge of Excel.
* Candidate must have the ability to work 20 hours per week between the hours of 10AM and 5PM.
* Curious and self-motivated to learn new concepts and tasks is “a plus”.
*Physical Requirements : *n/a
*Deadline to apply: *March 29, 2024
*Schedule: *4hrs/day, Monday to Friday May – August for 10 weeks
*Contact Information*: Please submit resumes to:
*Leslie Colson, Assistant Director of Human Resources, lcolson@npl.
org*
Job Type: Internship
Pay: $20.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Ability to Relocate:
* Newark, NJ 07102: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person