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Rhode Island Public Transit Authority · 1 month ago

Intern-Finance Division

Providence, RI

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$20/hr - $20/hr

The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is recruiting for the position of Intern - Finance. This internship will provide candidates with exposure to various aspects of financial management, including budgeting, accounting, and payroll, while assisting the finance department with daily activities and special projects.

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Responsibilities

Assist members of the finance department with daily activities with the goal of learning and understanding how financial management works and gain practical experience

Take on special projects as assigned including producing cost-benefit analyses, conducting research, and assisting with process improvement

Get an opportunity to work alongside senior leaders of the Authority

Other related job duties as assigned

Qualification

AccountingFinancial ManagementGAAPMicrosoft ExcelAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingTime ManagementTeamwork

Required

Must be a student pursuing a bachelors degree in accounting, finance, economics, or related field

General knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) or Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)

Good interpersonal skills including the ability to remain flexible when encountering tight time schedules and to effectively interact with internal and external contacts

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Demonstrate problem solving, analytical and investigative skills, including the ability to research, analyze and reconcile financial data, and to make logical decisions using sound, independent judgement, and common sense

Knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Word processing, knowledge of databases, and financial systems required

Experience with accounting/general ledger systems is helpful

Excellent problem solving and time management skills

Ability to work well both independently and with a team

Ability to independently plan, organize, prioritize and manage multiple projects and priorities with accuracy and close attention to detail

Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, follow directions well and follow through with assignments until completed

Applicant must provide RIPTA a copy of degree and/or transcripts from accredited educational institution at the time of application

Applicant must provide RIPTA with copies of any licensure and/or certifications pertaining to the posted position at the time of application

Applicant may be required to pass an oral interview and/or written test

Applicant will be required to submit a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) from their state of residence to Human Resources when a conditional offer of employment has been made

Applicant will be required to pass a nationwide full criminal background check