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Accounting Intern

Archdiocese of Detroit

  • Southfield, Michigan
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    Highlights

    Support month-end and year-end close activities, including assisting in preparation of schedules and supporting documentation, bank and account reconciliations, receivables, and other ad-hoc reconciliations. Reports to: Accounting Manager Supervises: N/A Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Currently pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSouthfield, Michigan
    Websitehttps://www.aod.org/careers

    Description

    Title:   Accounting Intern
    Department: Accounting

    Position Summary

    This position supports the accounting team with day-to-day accounting tasks while gaining hands-on experience in non-profit financial operations. This role assists financial recordkeeping, reconciliations, reporting, and data entry to help maintain accurate records and support compliance.  This individual must be organized and detail-oriented with experience in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications and have completed a minimum of intermediate accounting-related coursework.  The Accounting intern reports directly to the Accounting Manager and may assist with other duties as necessary.   
     
    Reports to: Accounting Manager
    Supervises: N/A
     
    Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
    • Currently pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
    • Completion of intermediate accounting coursework, a junior-level accounting major.
    • Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
    • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
    • Good problem-solving and communication skills.
    • Ability to handle sensitive financial and any confidential information with discretion.
    • Interest and exposure in nonprofit accounting, accountability, and mission-driven work.
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
    • Previous internship, volunteer, campus leadership, or office experience preferred.
    • Familiarity with Sage accounting software, knowledge of GAAP and basic nonprofit accounting concepts.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Support month-end and year-end close activities, including assisting in preparation of schedules and supporting documentation, bank and account reconciliations, receivables, and other ad-hoc reconciliations.
    • Assist with research, filing, data entry, and recording and maintaining accurate and complete financial records.
    • Organize financial files and audit support materials while maintaining confidentiality and strong internal controls.
    • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities including filing and scanning to store in the appropriate accounting shared drive.
    • Perform other related duties as assigned by manager.
    • Adhere to the Mission, Values and Vision of CCSEM; and uphold the values and teachings of the Catholic Church.
     
    Work Environment, Physical Demands & Travel
    This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
     
    Position Classification, Type & Expected Hours of Work:
    This is an on-site and part-time, non-exempt hourly position.  Days and hours of work are to be determined during business hours Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. This position regularly requires long hours and may include evening and weekend obligations.
     
    Kindly submit your application and resume to the Human Resources Manager at naidoos@ccsem.org.
     

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