300015-131:Summer Intern, Finance-Controller

DC Water Candidate Experience site • Washington, DC

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Summer Intern, Finance-Controller will assist in various tasks related to General Ledger (GL) reconciliation and cleaning old accounts within the Finance department. The intern will gain practical experience in accounting by helping maintain accurate financial records, ensuring that accounts are properly reconciled and any discrepancies are resolved. This position provides an opportunity for students to apply their academic knowledge of accounting and finance in a professional setting, working with experienced team members to support financial operations.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Familiarity with Excel and the ability to work with financial data
• Experience working in an office or administrative environment
• Must be currently enrolled fulltime in an undergraduate or graduate program
• Must have at least 30 credit hours complete
• Must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including using formulas, creating spreadsheets, and managing financial data
• Basic accounting skills and understanding of general ledger processes
• Attention to detail for identifying discrepancies in financial data
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Effective communication skills for preparing reports and collaborating with team members
• English

Nice To Haves

• Experience in general ledger reconciliation or assisting with financial audits
• Previous internship or work experience in accounting, finance, or audit roles
• Preferred Majors: Accounting, Finance, Audit
• Experience with accounting software or financial management systems
• Understanding of financial statements and reconciliation processes
• Analytical skills to assess financial data and recommend improvements

Responsibilities

• General Ledger Reconciliation: Assist in reconciling general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Cleaning Old Accounts: Help clean up old accounts by identifying and resolving discrepancies or outdated entries in the financial system.
• Account Analysis: Support the review and analysis of financial data, identifying errors or inconsistencies that need attention.
• Financial Documentation: Assist in preparing and organizing financial documentation and reports for review by senior staff.
• Reporting Support: Help generate reports to summarize account reconciliations and identify areas that need further investigation or correction.
• Collaboration: Work with other members of the finance team to support various accounting and audit processes.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees