Accountant (Part-Time) Summer Intern

Summary: Collin College is seeking a part-time summer intern for the accounting department. The role involves performing a variety of accounting tasks, applying generally accepted accounting principles to reconcile and analyze data, and preparing statements and reports. Responsibilities: - Review, analyze, and reconcile various accounts on the general ledger and the subsidiary ledger for accuracy including areas of accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and fixed assets - Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries for general ledger accounts, updating documentation as needed - Assist in the preparation of reports by preparing and reviewing data required by various reporting agencies including local, state or federal - Assist with the preparation of audit schedules, financial statements, and statistical data related to the annual audit and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) - Perform other duties as assigned - Perform all duties to maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures, and Core Values Required Qualifications: - High School diploma or enrolled in college accounting courses - Knowledge of not-for-profit accounting and accounting systems - Knowledge of GASB, GAAP, and accounting best practices - Knowledge of Excel and Word - Willingness to take initiative, prioritize and perform proactively - Effective written and oral communication skills - Effective organizational and oral communication skills - Ability to work under pressure and time constraints to meet deadlines - Ability to communicate effectively with personnel and with internal and external partners Required Skills: Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Financial reporting, Audit preparation, Excel, Word, Accounts receivable, Accounts payable, Payroll, Fixed assets, Effective written communication, Effective oral communication