POSITION TITLE:

Accounting and Auditing Intern

DEPARTMENT:

Finance

REPORTS TO:

Controller

EFFECTIVE DATE:

February 28, 2022

CLASSIFICATION:

Temporary, Part-Time, Non-Exempt

HOURS PER WEEK:

20-40

POSITION SUMMARY
Intern will assist in planning, implementing, and executing recurring and one-time projects in the Finance Office. Intern will also assist with the regular parish/school financial review process and may assist with on-site audits.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Auditing

• Conduct online preliminary audit checks for parishes and schools
• Using QuickBooks, analyze financial reports and transactions for trends, accounting issues, and other relevant items when on-site
• Assist with remote and on-site audit field work, including reviewing accounts payable and receivable; asset accounts; payroll and tax reporting; internal controls and cash handling procedures

Financial Analysis

• Perform in-depth financial analysis for parish/school capital project and loan requests
• Assist with analysis of parish/school budgets

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• General knowledge of the Catholic Church and its mission
• Knowledge of economic and nonprofit accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data
• Committed to ongoing training and professional development; regularly explores methods to improve quality and efficiency of work
• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work tasks
• Adheres to the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and standards set by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)
• Is a self-starter and assertive in completing job tasks and duties
• Proficient in computer and keyboard skills as well as an ability to learn and effectively use basic software

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree or Area of Study: Finance, Accounting, or Business Management
• Year of Study: Junior, Senior

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Routine office environment; ADA-accessible building.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• N/A

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Internship