Summer Internship - Finance and Administration

Job Description

The Finance and Administration Intern will assist the Finance Manager with day-to-day tasks including check requests, data entry, reconciliations and more. The intern will ensure completeness of required documentation, adherence to individual grant requirements, enter information into relevant database systems and assist with other administrative tasks. The intern will also assist with basic HR functions. This internship may be of particular interest to someone studying accounting, business administration, nonprofit management or other related disciplines.

Time Commitment: 10 -15 hours per week during IRC office hours (M-F, 9AM – 5PM) (3 month minimum; 6+ months preferred). Regular schedule required.

Location: IRC in Denver office 1873 S. Bellaire St, Suite 500, Denver, CO 80222

Duties: File and retrieve organizational documents, records and reports Prepare tracking sheets/books for contributions-in-kind for different programs • Help maintain accurate, clear and accessible accounting records Help with preparing bank and Accounts Payable reconciliations. Perform general clerical duties to include, but not limited to, bookkeeping, copying, faxing, mailing and filing Work with the Finance Manager on other accounting, HR and administration duties as assigned

Learning Objectives: The Finance and Administration intern will learn how to apply financial information to strategy formulation and future decision-making, forecasting, budgeting, communication and dissemination of financial information to relevant stakeholders and other related occupational tasks. Students should focus on acquiring experience relevant to their level of knowledge that prepares them for entry-level finance job opportunities.

To Apply: Submit an online application here: https://irc-global.my.salesforce-sites.com/volunteer and upload a resume and cover letter addressing how your experience and skills meet the requirements of this internship.

This is an unpaid internship position. No financial compensation, including compensation for relocation, is available.

Qualifications

Required Skills: This internship is for undergraduate students, graduate students, or recent college graduates Familiarity with basic accounting procedures Excellent attention to detail Excellent problem solving skills Ability to work independently Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn new software applications Ability to handle sensitive client information confidentially Ability to communicate effectively in English