Finance Intern

Accounting and Finance InternIf you want to make a living by making a difference, join Acenda as an intern.Program: Accounting and FinanceReports to: Director of Budgeting and AnalyticsSummer Internship - 10 weeksPart-Time 15-20 hours per week. Flexible hours, 3-5 days/weekNon-ExemptCompensation: $20.00/hour paid weeklyPosition Summary:As an Accounting and Finance Intern you will play a crucial role in supporting the accounting finance and revenue cycle team by managing data entry, performing financial analysis, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records. Your tasks will involve reconciling financial data, processing documents, and assisting with accounting-related functions. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your analytical skills. As an integrated health organization Acenda values the use of evidence-based practice or EBP's.Duties and Responsibilities:Assists budget manager by conducting various surveys, research, data analysis, cost-benefit analyses, and expenditure and revenue forecasting.Comparing financial data with forecasts and plans to determine current financial conditionIdentifying trends and variances from the dataHelp with month-end financial reportsHelp with bank statements reconciliation, as well as accounts payable and receivablePerform balance sheet reconciliationAssist with the preparation of ad hoc and other internal reportsEnsure the completion of assigned tasks in line with established deadlineAssists with projecting future financial needs and collaborates with budget manager and other management personnel to prepare long-term financial plans, and other budget and financial reports.Organizes, and maintains files, documents, and materials relating to budgetary practices according to company's policiesExecutes transactions within the integrated budget, accounting, and purchasing system, which may include purchase requisitions, contract payment vouchers, budget data entry, appropriation revisions, and salary and budget importsWork with co-workers to observe and compare departmental expenditures to original budgetAssist with providing information and answers to departments regarding budgets, forecasts, surveys, financial trends, and other requested data.Performs other related duties as assignedRequired Skills/Competencies:Interpersonal CommunicationCollaboration and TeamworkCultural Competence & AdaptationScreening & AssessmentCare Planning & Care CoordinationInterventionSystems Oriented PracticePractice-Based Learning & Quality ImprovementInformaticsLearning Objectives:Throughout the duration of the internship, the intern will learn how to:Review budgetsResearch and analyze data to assist in forecastingCompare financial data with forecasts and plans to determine current financial conditionIdentify trends and variances from the dataHelp with month-end financial reportsHelp with bank statements reconciliation, as well as accounts payable and receivablePerform balance sheet reconciliationPrepare long-term financial plans, and other budget and financial reportsEducation, Work Experience and/or Skills Requirements:Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's level program in Accounting, Finance or Business at a NJ Institute of Higher LearningMust have and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving recordMust be able to exercise independent thinking and good judgment under all circumstances.Must be able to analyze work, set goals, develop plans and utilize time effectively and efficiently.Physical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.Repeated motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingersThe employee must occasionally move about to accomplish tasks, adjust or move objects up to 20 pounds.Must be able to communicate with others to exchange informationAbility to drive a vehicleHow to Apply:Applicants can apply on our website at: www.acendahealth.org