Accounting Intern

Lao Family Community Development, Inc. • Oakland, CA

5h

About The Position

Lao Family Community Development, Inc. (LFCD) is a community development non-profit agency established in the City of Richmond in Contra Costa County in 1980. Today Lao Family has expanded its operations and service footprint to two additional counties including Alameda and Sacramento. LFCD's headquarters office is in Oakland, CA. It delivers programs and services from 7 locations in 35 languages. The agency provides community development real estate facilities and a diverse array of workforce, education, and human services that directly support predominantly low-income US-born high-barrier families and individuals, refugees, immigrants, transitional-age youth, seniors, and other special populations such as individuals with disabilities. Job Summary: The Accounting Intern supports the Accounting Department with daily financial and administrative tasks. This position provides hands-on experience in nonprofit accounting, including accounts payable, receivables, payroll support, grant reporting, and financial documentation. The Accounting intern will help maintain accurate and timely financial records in compliance with agency policies and funder requirements. This is a temporary position that will last for 1-3 months with the potential to be extended. This position reports to the Accounting Supervisor.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a program in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• Basic understanding of accounting principles preferred
• Experience with QuickBooks or ADP
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic computer literacy
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial information
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Assist with data entry into accounting system including QuickBooks or other software
• Help process accounts payable: collect invoices, organize support documents, and assist with check preparation
• Assist with accounts receivable tracking and documentation
• Support preparation of monthly reimbursement reports and financial documentation for funders
• Help maintain accounting files, records, and supporting documentation including both electronic and paper documents
• Assist with bank deposit preparation and documentation as needed
• Support payroll documentation process, including verifying timesheets when assigned
• Assist with employee reimbursement review and supporting document verification
• Assist with maintaining vendor files and W-9 collection
• Support preparation of tax documents as needed
• Help with audit preparation and fiscal monitoring documentation when required
• Perform general administrative and clerical support for the Accounting Department
• Other Duties as assigned by Supervisor

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed