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Accounting Intern - Fall 2026

MSU Federal Credit Union · Greater Lansing · 3 wk ago
HybridFinance$15/hrPart-time

About the role

The Accounting Intern supports core accounting operations with a strong focus on accounts payable, including processing and routing invoices, reviewing expense reports, handling corporate card reimbursements, and performing general ledger reconciliations. The intern partners closely with AP, accounting specialists, and other teams on recurring tasks and special projects while demonstrating strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to member service.

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
  • Aids in internal and external audits, and NCUA Examinations
  • Aid in each accounting function including accounts payable, accounts receivable, etc.

Requirements

  • 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
  • Displays high level of integrity
  • Sets continuous learning and improvement through feedback and other means
  • Is a self-starter and works successfully in a team-oriented environment
  • Is open to change and to considerable variety in the workplace
  • Has high level of both written and oral communication skills
  • Develops constructive and cooperative relationships with others, and maintains them over time
  • Analyzes problems and arrives at a proper solution
  • Shows a commitment to the community and giving back
  • Accepts responsibility and is accountable for high-quality results
  • Cross-sells products and services as beneficial to members
  • Displays high level of creativity and innovation
  • Fosters a positive, energizing, fun, and diverse environment
  • Carefully attends to detail

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
  • Basic understanding of financial systems and software
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills

Benefits

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.

Pay

Paid Hourly Internship: $15.00+/hour

Schedule

Part-Time (15-25 hours) during MSUFCU business hours Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm.

Work Location

Hybrid (2-3 days onsite weekly); Headquarters campus in East Lansing, MI

Duration

Fall Semester beginning August 26th, with potential to continue into future semesters part-time.

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
  • Aids in internal and external audits, and NCUA Examinations
  • Aid 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
  • Displays high level of integrity
  • Sets continuous learning and improvement through feedback and other means
  • Is a self-starter and works successfully in a team-oriented environment
  • Is open to change and to considerable variety in the workplace
  • Has high level of both written and oral communication skills
  • Develops constructive and cooperative relationships with others, and maintains them over time
  • Analyzes problems and arrives at a proper solution
  • Shows a commitment to the community and giving back
  • Accepts responsibility and is accountable for high-quality results
  • Cross-sells products and services as beneficial to members
  • Displays high level of creativity and innovation
  • Fosters a positive, energizing, fun, and diverse environment
  • Carefully attends to detail

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