Summer Intern, Accounts Payable

The Port Authority of NY & NJ•Jersey City, NJ

26d•$18 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

This internship will provide the opportunity to get hands-on experience working in the Accounts Payable Department. The candidate will work hand-in-hand with various staff members, learning and enhancing their skills. The internship also gives the candidate a glimpse into a highly operational unit.

Requirements

Enrollment at a college or university at the time of the internship
Major in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and systems such as SAP.
Basic accounting knowledge and comfort using standard business machines (scanner, fax, telephone, copier)
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Flexibility to rotate among assignments and strong work initiative.

Responsibilities

Perform tasks related to the Electronic Invoicing Project, including documentation collection, testing, and process support.
Assist with invoice & payment analysis and support the monthly closing process.
Support the Citi Payment Exchange Project, including onboarding existing and new vendors for ACH (Automatic Clearing House) payments.
Participate in Operating Expenses reviews and variance monitoring.
Assist with Business Travel operations & SAP Travel Management tasks.
Process travel related to registration payments and associated expenses in preparation for Payroll and the month-end close.
Support the Agency Vendor Management Project, including ongoing cleanup and maintenance of Vendor Master files.
Conduct analysis of Good Receipt/Invoice Receipt (GR/IR), Service Entries, and Payment Request Report, and assist with other divisional assignments as needed.