Finance Intern

CHAMPAIGN URBANA MASS TRANSIT DISTRICT•Urbana, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Finance Intern will assist the Finance team in a variety of capacities, including farebox receipts and cash handling, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, general ledger, and financial reporting. This is a part-time paid internship that works under the general supervision of the Assistant Finance Director.

Requirements

A minimum of one year of college, preferably in finance, accounting, or a related field.
Competency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic database programs.
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong research and analytical skills
Motivated self-starter able to work independently
Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Responsibilities

Assist with processing farebox receipts and performing basic cash-handling activities in accordance with internal controls.
Process and file accounts payable invoices, scan and retain documentation for ACH payments and manual checks, and enter lease and Subscription-Based Information Technology Arrangement (SBITA) transactions into DebtBook software.
Create, organize, maintain, and archive vendor files by fiscal year, including relocating historical records to designated storage vaults.
Locate, upload, and prepare documentation requested by auditors to support audit and compliance requirements in an accurate and timely manner.
Assist with preparing schedules and documentation supporting the general ledger; contribute to financial reports; and perform data entry, reconciliations, and basic financial analysis.
Support the Finance team with projects and administrative tasks.
Collaborate with Finance staff on various assignments and perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations.