Finance Intern

The Associated and its Agencies•Baltimore, MD

36d•$18•Hybrid

About The Position

Jewish Community Services (JCS) provides programs and services for people of all ages and backgrounds, helping them achieve their goals, enhance their wellbeing, and maximize their independence. Are you pursuing a career in accounting or finance and looking for hands-on experience in a nonprofit setting? Do you want real exposure to journal entries, reconciliations, and grant-funded financial reporting? Jewish Community Services (JCS) is seeking a part-time Finance Intern to join our team. As a JCS Finance Intern, you will work directly with our Finance Team to support accounts payable, prepare monthly journal entries, assist with balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations, and contribute to grant reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical accounting experience in fund accounting and nonprofit financial operations at an organization recognized as a Top Workplace for three consecutive years. This internship is 20 hours per week and is ideal for accounting or finance students seeking meaningful, resume-building experience.

Requirements

Working knowledge of basic accounting principles (debits/credits, accruals, journal entries)
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, basic formulas, reconciliations, data analysis)
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to analyze financial data and identify discrepancies
Understanding of general ledger structure and account classifications
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Ability to manage confidential financial information with discretion
Clear and professional written and verbal communication
Current junior, senior, or graduate student pursuing a degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
Strong academic performance in intermediate accounting coursework encouraged
Coursework in Financial Accounting and/or Intermediate Accounting required

Nice To Haves

Exposure to Accounts Payable, General Ledger reconciliation, or month-end close processes preferred
Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, MIP, or similar ERP systems) is a plus
Experience supporting grant budgets or fund accounting is a plus

Responsibilities

Support Accounts Payable processing and review supporting documentation
Assist with preparation of monthly journal entries and accruals
Perform AR, General Ledger, and Balance Sheet reconciliations
Provide financial processing support for Homecare Accounts Payable
Assist with tracking grant expenditures and preparing financial components of grant reports