Finance and Accounting Intern

Port Of Corpus Christi Authority • Corpus Christi, TX

7d

About The Position

This internship position works under the general supervision of the Director of Finance and assists with a range of Finance and Accounting tasks. Work may include data entry, filing, preparation and reconciliation of general accounting transactions, invoice and payment processing, financial reporting, research, and financial data analysis. The intern also contributes to ad hoc accounting or finance projects and provides general support to help the department operate efficiently.

Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and majoring in business administration, finance, or accounting. The role requires written and oral proficiency in English. Spanish proficiency is preferred. Applicants must also demonstrate strong writing, editing, graphic communication, organizational, and time-management skills, be able to use a personal computer, various programs, office equipment, and the internet, and deal effectively with the public and varying levels of management.

The position involves general office and outdoor work environments. Physical duties regularly include sitting, speaking or hearing, and using hand and finger movements. Duties occasionally include standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and lifting or moving up to 20 pounds.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, finance, or accounting.
• Demonstrate written and oral proficiency in English.
• Have strong writing, editing, and graphic communication skills.
• Have organizational and time-management skills.
• Be able to operate a personal computer, a variety of programs, office equipment, and the internet.
• Be able to deal effectively with the public and varying levels of management.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff accountants with assigned duties, including preparing accounting entries, reconciliations, and reports, and researching topics.
• Assist accounts receivable staff with assigned duties, including invoicing customers, gathering and reconciling supporting documentation, maintaining accurate records, recording payments, and supporting collection efforts.
• Assist accounts payable staff with assigned duties, including processing vendor invoices, gathering supporting documentation, maintaining accurate records, and communicating with vendors and Port employees.
• Assist FP&A staff with assigned duties, including reconciling credit card transactions and reports, reconciling budget files, and analyzing and reporting on financial data.
• Contribute to ad hoc accounting and finance projects.
• Provide general support to Finance and Accounting staff to contribute to the efficient operation of the department.
• Adhere to PCCA policy and maintain good employee relations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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