Description
Position Summary:
As an Accounting Intern, individuals will spend several weeks in a training program consisting of both classroom-based and on-the-job trainings. Topics include member service, MSUFCU culture and philosophies, product knowledge, career development, computer systems, and compliance. This is a learning position which performs a variety of functions specific to the department that corresponds with the intern's field of study. This individual will be assigned a department specific project to complete during their time as an Accounting Intern. Accounting Interns will have the opportunity to meet with management and leadership to learn about the corporate culture while gaining hands-on business experience.
The MSUFCU Internship Program is designed to support interns in developing career readiness competencies as defined by NACE. Throughout the internship program, interns will gain hands-on experience and enhance essential skills that prepare them for success and career growth. Interns will have the opportunity to develop competencies in career and self-development, communication, critical thinking, equity and inclusion, leadership, professionalism, teamwork, and technology.
Work Location:Onsite or Hybrid; Headquarters campus in East Lansing, MI
Work Schedule: Part-time approximately 15-25 hours during MSUFCU business hours (8:30am-5:00pm Monday-Friday). A schedule will be determined around the intern's class schedule.
Paid Hourly Internship: $15.00+/hour
Duration: Fall Semester beginning August 20th, with potential to continue into future semesters
An offer of employment with MSU Federal Credit Union and affiliates is contingent upon the agreed work arrangement (onsite/hybrid/remote) and work location. MSU Federal Credit Union may or may not be able to accommodate temporary or permanent changes to work arrangements or allow employment outside the city and/or state of residency in which the new hire resides at the time of offered employment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Verifies and posts transactions to journals, ledgers and other records/systems
Prepares reports, statements, and invoices for processing
Balances and reconciles general ledger accounts
Assists with internal and external audits, and NCUA Examinations
Assist in each accounting function including accounts payable, accounts receivable, etc.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Actively pursuing Associate or Bachelor degree in related field of study
Demonstrates empathy and a commitment to providing superior member service
Ability to assess member needs and offer alternatives
Displays high level of integrity
Seeks continuous learning and improvement through feedback and other means
Ability to be a self-starter and work successfully in a team-oriented environment
Open to change and to considerable variety in the workplace
High level of both written and oral communication skills
Ability to develop constructive and cooperative relationships with others, and maintain them over time
Ability to analyze problems and to arrive at a proper solution
Demonstrates a commitment to the community and giving back
Accepts responsibility and is accountable for high-quality results
Ability to cross-sell products and services as beneficial to members
Displays high level of creativity and innovation
Fosters a positive, energizing, fun, and diverse environment
Careful attention to detail
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
May be required to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
Ability to operate standard office technology, equipment and tools, which may include many hours of computer and phone usage.
Occasionally needs to move about inside of office area
Exposure to potentially hazardous condition, i.e. robbery. Receives detailed instructions and procedures to be followed to minimize the exposure
This position is able to work in hybrid or onsite working arrangements.
Disclaimer:
Note this job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and MSU Federal Credit Union reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as MSUFCU may deem appropriate.
MSUFCU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Qualifications
Education
Some college (required)
High School (required)
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