Finance Intern, Chartwells Higher Ed / Eastern Michigan University

About the role

We are looking for a motivated and people-oriented person to work closely with the Chartwells Management Finance team. The key focus areas for this internship will be in Field Accounting, Operations, Budget Management and Payroll. This internship is designed to be both educational and practical. In this position, the intern will learn how to apply the skills they have learned and apply them in a professional setting.

Responsibilities

Field Accounting Experience (may include any or all):

• Review Contracts for Entry into Database
• Review Charitable Contributions and audit receipts
• Conduct Payroll Accrual Validations
• Review activity on Closed Cost Centers
• Maintain Maintenance Requests from field operations
• Conduct Paperwork Audits
• Assist with Monthly Close

Operation Experience (may include any or all):

• Assist with Local New Unit Openings under the Guidance of FA New Business

Finance Experience (may include any or all):

• Support Budget Review and Analysis
• Assist with Flash Review and Analysis

Payroll Experience (may include any or all):

• Gain Knowledge of the Paperwork and Activities of the Team through Filing
• Gain Knowledge of Document Retention through Scanning Process
• Payroll Work Orders

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a degree in accounting or finance majors
• Must be undergraduate student
• General interest and knowledge
• Computer skills including intermediate level proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and drive for excellence and high performance
• Strong desire for continuous learning and process improvements in working with people and technology
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, listening and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Must be enrolled in a college/university or technical program to receive college credit
• Possess an interest in learning, observing, and practicing a variety of experiences in our industry
• Demonstrate awareness, understanding, and skills necessary to work in a diverse environment
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Articulate, with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Solid project management acumen
• Detail-oriented
• Self-directed, proactive, and curious
• Flexible and adaptable
• Attitude of a leader
• Enjoyment of building relationships

Learning Objectives

• Demonstrate awareness, understanding and skills necessary to work in a diverse environment
• Experience opportunities to learn, observe, and practice a variety of experiences in the world of Finance and Accounting

Pay

$14.98 per hour. This position is paid, but not eligible for benefits such as medical, relocation, or housing. This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

Schedule

To be determined based on class schedule and business needs.