Intern - Accounting (Finance Department) summer

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

Intern - Accounting (Finance Department) summer

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled.

PAY RATE:  $28.81 per hour based on a 35-hour workweek.  

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

JOB SUMMARY:

This position assists the department with a variety of projects and day-to-day activities.  This position will complete research and analysis for specific projects in the achievement of priorities and may also be assigned and responsible for independent projects. 

The position is for the summer months typically based on a 35-hour work week.  To succeed in this role the ideal candidate will need to effectively communicate to a full range of people, be able to work cooperatively and effectively with others, be motivated to complete tasks/responsibilities, have a willingness to learn, and be able to shift gears comfortably.

JOB DUTIES:

1.    Assists in annual audit, by preparing work papers, financial statement schedules, notes, and responding to auditors’ requests for information.  
2.    Assists with month-end and year-end close journal entries. 
3.    Assists in the preparation of financial reports and requirements that the department is responsible for.
4.    Assists the department and other village departments in new or ongoing research projects, and with tasks or assignments, including routine processes or other administrative assistance.
5.    Undertakes independent projects as directed by the department.
6.    Performs other duties as assigned.
 

QUALIFICATIONS:
1.    Associate’s degree or equivalency of college hours in the process of obtaining a bachelor's or master’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
2.    Proficient with current computer technology, job-related software, and customer service systems.   
 

BENEFITS:

Seasonal employees are not eligible for benefits.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, reference checks, and other job-related testing or verifications.  Chosen candidates will be subject to a background and criminal history investigation, and qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis).

THE VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER