Davenport University · 1 month ago

(Student) Finance Assistant

Grand Rapids, MI

Internship, Full-time

Onsite

Intern

$10/hr - $14/hr

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Responsibilities

Assist in monthly financial reporting, including variance and tuition reporting.

Analyze financial data.

Review and research budget variances

Assist in budget preparation.

Attend financial meetings.

Provides GREAT customer service, anticipating and exceeding the needs of our customers.

Demonstrate and promote the University Cultural Values.

Understand and abide by all external and internal regulations and policies. This includes NCAA, GLIAC and national affiliations associated within athletics or other role specific regulations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification

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FinanceAccountingExcelComputerized data systems

Required

Pursuing a Bachelors degree majoring in Finance or Accounting.

Ability to work with moderately difficult Excel spreadsheets.

Must be enrolled half time, 6 credits for undergraduate students and 3 credits for graduate students.

Must be meeting Standards of Academic Progress (SAP).

Basic analytical skills.

Able to handle multiple projects concurrently.

Excellent attention to detail.

Good interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

Must possess integrity to maintain confidentiality of all financial data and information.

Demonstrated ability to work accurately and effectively with computerized data systems (PC and mainframe).

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution.

Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, both written and oral which transcend diverse audiences.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and relate well to students, parents, faculty, staff, and others while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.

Demonstrated motivational and problem solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission of the University.

Must be able to work an irregular schedule, evenings or Saturday as needed, additional hours during peak times or as required.

Business office environment. Prolonged sitting and standing. Use of personal computer and telephone (eye and hand strain).

Some travel between locations required (own transportation). No regular lifting requirements.