Accounting Intern
Position: Accounting Intern Date: May 2023
Department: Accounting Policy & Financial Reporting FLSA: Non-exempt
Reports to: Senior Manager, Accounting Operations LOCATION: Hybrid/Reston, VA
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Accounting Intern (Intern) will support the Accounting Operations, Accounting Policy, Financial Reporting, and Financial Systems teams. This internship is designed to be both educational and practical. In this position, the Intern will apply the knowledge acquired in the classroom to a professional work environment, as well as gain the skills and experience that is necessary to prepare him or her for a successful career in Accounting.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
· The Intern will support the Accounting Operations, Accounting Policy, Financial Reporting, and Financial Systems Groups within the Accounting Department.
o Accounting Operations processes including accounts payable, general ledger, reconciliations, and variance analysis, as well as process evaluation and documentation;
o Accounting Policy initiatives including supporting Data Instruction Manual maintenance and updates;
o Financial Reporting activities including production of the second quarter Combined Financial Report, creation of a data repository of historical financial data, and execution of a research project;
o Financial Systems automation projects including documentation, data transition, and testing.
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· Manage project tasks, schedules, and deliverables.
· Attend Intern Meetings and complete tasks provided by Human Resources.
· Support the OF’s diversity and inclusion (D&I) strategy by following policies and procedures that ensure opportunities for employees and diverse business partners.
PRINCIPAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
· Current enrollment in an undergraduate or advanced degree program in Accounting or related field, with an interest and aptitude to work in Accounting or Financial Systems
· Attention to detail, organized, self-motivated, and possess a high degree of discretion
· Ability to initiate and complete assignments accurately and on time, with minimal supervision
· Ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing
· Ability to analyze and solve problems independently
· Strong Excel skills; knowledge of advanced formula writing preferred
· Ability to review and analyze the performance of key procedures and to make recommendations for improvements
· Ability to listen and integrate ideas from diverse views, build and maintain respectful relationships, collaborate with others, and resolve conflicts constructively
· Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Federal Home Loan Banks Office of Finance is committed to equal employment opportunity without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service member status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a parent, marital status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.