Accounting Services Intern at Lutheran Social Services

Lutheran Social Services is seeking a Bachelor's level Accounting student to join our team as an Accounting Services Intern. The Accounting Services Intern assists the Accounting Services team primarily with the preparation of balance sheet account reconciliations, and processing accounting transactions to support the organization.  The Accounting Services Intern is a member of the LSS Financial Services Team and is responsible for assisting in the recording of accurate and timely financial information and other projects and tasks as assigned. The role is up to 20 hrs/wk during the school year and up to 40 hrs/wk during the summer.

Essential Duties and responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Collaborate with accounting services in a team environment, working towards common strategic goals.
• Obtain and maintain an understanding of the accounting software, financial reporting, and general ledger structure.
• Learn and practice high ethical standards in financial accounting and reporting.
• Complete assigned account reconciliations, investigating all variances and proactively escalating any significant issues.
• Prepare and document routine general ledger entries.
• Assure balancing of clearing accounts.
• Collaborates with other Accounting Services employees to determine best practice or strategy in problem solving issue
• Participate and assist team members with project work.
• Other tasks as assigned.

ORGANIZATION REQUIREMENTS (Required of all employees):

• Must comply with applicable service regulations as well as organization and departmental policies and procedures.
• Must relate to people of varied ethnic and cultural backgrounds, ages, and economic circumstances with respect and dignity.
• Must support the Mission, Vision, and Values of LSS.
• Representing LSS internally and externally as a servant leader in thought, words, and actions.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Upon offer, candidates must successfully complete the necessary background, and any other checks required, according to LSS requirements. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

This is a bachelor’s level internship opportunity. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of junior status or higher and be actively enrolled in an accounting program or have accounting coursework at an accredited university. Must possess some technical skills in the areas of financial data record keeping, financial reporting, and the use of business and financial software tools. In addition:

• Attention to detail is required
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and communication skills must be demonstrated.
• Ability to be flexible, multitask and manage multiple priorities, while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

The incumbent of this position must have a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:  

Employee must be able to read and understand English and US Dollar currency. Ability to communicate both in verbal and written format, effectively and efficiently.

COMPUTER SKILLS/TECHNOLOGY:

Working knowledge of computers to allow employees to access computer systems and applications to complete timecards, read and respond to email, and complete required on-line training. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Visio.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the worker is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger motions; and handle or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The incumbent of this position works in a hybrid work environment, including an air-conditioned, office environment and remote setting.  The incumbent will also be exposed to outdoor weather conditions if traveling on company business.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

TRAVEL: Daily and overnight travel would be seldom.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.