Research & Accounting Intern

University of North Dakota•Grand Forks, ND

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The North Dakota Small Business Development Centers power the creation, growth, and success of small business in North Dakota. We provided advising and training to small businesses and entrepreneurs across the state, and serve as the outreach program of the University of North Dakota Nistler College of Business & Public Administration. The ND SBDC Lead Center and its staff provide leadership, supervision, service, and support for the ND SBDC network, program and staff; and communicates and coordinates with partner entities, stakeholders, advocates, and other interested parties. This intern will support the ND SBDC network, working closely with advisors from several locations to provide research and financial documentation prep/review for various client projects. The position may be asked to participate in special projects as assigned, and produce reports and deliverables as it pertains to program goals. This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Requirements

Excellent organization/prioritization skills, strong professional oral and written communication skills, this position requires candidate to be public relations focused, and detail-oriented
Demonstrated ability to work both independently under supervision and as part of a collaborative team is essential
Currently enrolled UND student working towards a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field
Understanding of accounting principles and ability to work with balance statements, cash flow, and historical financial reports
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a related professional setting is preferred
Experience in small business or family business a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare and review client documentation for business advisors, suggest improvements to business plans, including financial statements/projections, and operating plans, by applying basic business knowledge in areas of: operations, finance, marketing, management, and human resources
Calculating and interpreting historical and projected financial ratios, preparing pro forma cash flow and financial statements; troubleshooting to identify problems and areas for improvement
Perform market and industry research using web-based databases
Collaborate and work closely with staff and other students and interns on special projects
Accurate and timely reporting of all client contact and preparation time and activities, and program impacts using designated database management system, contribute to the collection of data for annual or periodic reporting required by the program or its stakeholders
Communicate and comply with SBDC and UND policy and procedures as related to the program, including confidentiality and conflict of interest requirements