Accounting Intern in Baton Rouge, Louisiana at EBRPHA

Job Type

Part-time (Internship)

Job Title: Intern (Accounting)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

The Accounting Intern will assist the Finance Department with daily accounting operations related to Affordable Housing and Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs. This role offers hands-on experience in accounts payable, receivable, reconciliations, and financial reporting within a public housing agency setting. The intern will work under the supervision of a Senior Accountant and work closely with other finance staff to support accurate financial management and reporting.

Essential functions:

• Enter accounting data and transactions into the financial system accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with preparing and reviewing supporting documentation for invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Perform basic reconciliations of accounts, including verifying balances and identifying discrepancies.
• Help maintain organized and up-to-date financial files, both electronic and hard copy.
• Assist in compiling and verifying data for financial reports.
• Support the Finance Department with other administrative and accounting-related tasks as assigned.

Additional duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory responsibilities:

• N/A

Work environment

• In office setting

Physical demands

• Ability to sit for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
• Reaching, bending, or kneeling may be required for filing or related tasks.

Travel required

• N/A

Required education and experience

• Current enrollment in an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word).
• Prior office or finance-related work experience preferred but not required.

Skills and Competencies

• Skills and Competencies:
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality.
• Good organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Willingness to learn and contribute in a team-oriented environment.