Finance- Spring 2027 Intern

The Circle of Care For Families and Children of Passaic County•Woodland Park, NJ

About The Position

Circle of Care for Families and Children of Passaic County, Inc. is seeking a Finance Intern for the Spring 2027 semester. This temporary, unpaid internship offers hands-on exposure to accounting and financial operations at a nonprofit human services organization. The intern will work closely with the Staff Accountant and Finance team, observing, learning, and participating in financial processes such as account reconciliations, financial documentation, recordkeeping, and other accounting activities. The opportunity emphasizes experiential learning, mentorship, professional development, and applying accounting and finance concepts learned in an academic setting. Circle of Care is an independent nonprofit organization serving Passaic County children with multiple needs and their families. Its mission is to provide strength-based care management for youth and families experiencing emotional, behavioral, developmental, and substance use challenges. The organization uses a family-driven, culturally competent, community-based Wraparound Model of Care and partners with families to design, implement, and manage Individual Service Plans. Interns will have the opportunity to learn how the organization’s values and mission are reflected in its everyday work and operations.

Requirements

Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program, preferably in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Completion of Accounting I and Accounting II is required.
Interest in accounting, finance, and nonprofit financial operations.
Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable.
Professional and able to maintain confidentiality.
Comfortable working with numbers, spreadsheets, and financial information.
Open to feedback, mentorship, and professional development.
Interested in developing practical accounting and financial skills in a professional environment.

Nice To Haves

Intermediate Accounting coursework is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Gain exposure to monthly account reconciliation processes under the guidance of the Staff Accountant.
Learn how financial transactions and supporting documentation are reviewed and maintained.
Develop an understanding of general accounting and financial processes within a nonprofit organization.
Gain hands-on experience with financial data entry, recordkeeping, and documentation.
Learn how financial records and account activity are reviewed and reconciled for accuracy.
Gain exposure to accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
Assist with organizing financial documents and maintaining accurate records.
Develop proficiency with spreadsheets and financial systems used by the Finance Department.
Learn about internal financial controls, confidentiality, and proper documentation practices.
Participate in Finance team meetings and trainings to learn about nonprofit financial operations.
Develop professional skills related to accuracy, organization, communication, time management, and attention to detail.
Receive guidance and feedback from Finance professionals to support learning and professional development.
Embrace and support Circle of Care’s mission, philosophy, values, and Code of Conduct.