Accounting Intern

American Association of School Administrators•Alexandria, VA

31d•Hybrid

About The Position

American Association of School Administrators, dba, AASA, The School Superintendents Association, is an organization making a positive impact in the world. We are a professional organization developing and supporting public school leaders while advocating for equitable access for all students to receive the highest quality public education. This internship offers real-world experience in nonprofit accounting, assisting with various components of the accounting department including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and cash processing. This internship is hybrid, requiring availability to work in our Alexandria office one to two days a week with some remote work. The intern will earn $20 per hour, with an anticipated 20-hour work week when school is in session. Applications are reviewed and interviewed on a rolling basis, with a deadline of October 22.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.).
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
High level of integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

Assists with Day-to-Day Accounting Operations
Prepares journal entries and completes account reconciliations of key balance sheet accounts.
Assists with the weekly deposit process and entering the related data into the membership database and accounting system.
Assists in weekly invoice entry into Microsoft Dynamics.
Monitors daily bank account and PayPal transactions and prepares the related entries.
Monitors staff credit card balances and reconciliations.
Completes ad hoc vendor applications.
Responds to internal and external requests for financial information.
Performs General Accounting Duties
Assists with monthly general ledger account reconciliations including cash, deferred revenue, and accounts receivable.
Assists with maintaining accounting department records and files.
Supports month-end and year-end closing processes.
Helps maintain accurate financial records and ensures compliance with internal policies and procedures.
Assists with special projects and other duties as assigned by the accounting team.