Internship Opportunities

Cucamonga Valley Water District

Contact Information:

Email: HR@cvwdwater.com
Phone: 909.987.2591

Details

Job Description Complete job description on the District's website: https://www.cvwdwater.com/DocumentCenter/View/1349/Intern-Finance Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. DEFINITION Under immediate supervision, to perform a variety of accounting duties and projects to provide support of the District’s Finance Department. The internship is designed to be both educational and practical. In this position, the intern will learn how to take skills he/she may have acquired in school related to his/her particular area of interest, and apply them in a professional setting. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Incumbents assigned to this position work under close supervision of the Finance Manager, Accounting Supervisor, Accountant, and must be able to understand and follow direction, apply theoretical knowledge, financial law, and government policies in his/her day to day work. This position will not exceed 960 hours per fiscal year. ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTIONS Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Operate a personal computer including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and accounting software programs. 2. Perform daily accounting functions under direct supervision. 3. Assist staff during District’s annual audit. 4. Compile and organize financial and statistical data from various sources; prepare a wide variety of analyses, reports, statements, and supporting schedules. 5. Assist with month end closing procedures. 6. Perform related duties or special projects as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: General filing techniques Standard telephone techniques Modern Office methods and procedures Operational characteristics of word processing, spreadsheet, and database computer applications Intermediate to advanced accounting Proper work safety standards Ability to: Operate standard office equipment (phone, copier, and fax) Operate personal computer Comply with the District’s safety, health, and environmental policies Present professional image and communicate effectively with others Organize and work on simultaneous assignments with attention to schedules and deadlines Maintain quality of work through attention to detail and accurate preparation of work papers Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others communicate effectively, both orally and in writing EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: General accounting experience preferred but not required. Education/Training: Currently pursuing a degree in the area of accounting or finance, along with having successfully passed an introductory accounting class. Must possess the ability to read and write at a level required of assigned duties. License and Certificate Valid Class “C” State of California Driver’s License WORKING CONDITIONS Typical office environment; noise level is usually quiet PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms. Employees are occasionally required to sit for pro-longed periods. Ability to occasionally perform lifting of up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data; use math and mathematical reasoning; analyze and solve problems; learn and apply new information; perform highly detailed work on multiple tasks and interact with District staff and others encountered in the course of work. DATE ADOPTED: July 2006 DATE MODIFIED: July 2015
How to Apply: Please see the District's website: https://www.cvwdwater.com/320/Careers
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City of Stanton

Contact Information:

Email: hr@ci.stanton.ca.us
Phone: (714) 890-4225

Details

Job Description Summary Description: Work is performed under direct supervision and is reviewed by a supervisor while in progress and upon completion. Interns in the Finance Department assist the City’s financial management, accounting, budgeting, cash management, business licensing, payroll, revenue collection, purchasing, and general administrative support services for the City. Essential Functions and Basic Duties: • Compile information and data for statistical and financial reports. • Process accounts payables, cash receipts and supply requisitions. • Verify revenues for proper coding, generate reports and reconcile to the general ledger. • Audit payable vouchers and purchase orders. • Process, issue and audit billing for business licenses. • Assist Director with special projects in relation to investments, technology, budget and payroll. • Provide information and assistance to the general public over the front counter and phone. • Prepare correspondence, forms, letters, and brochures. • Organize, reproduce, disseminate and file documents including special mailings. • Maintain a high level of professionalism in interacting with the public, business community, City officials and associates. • Provide general assistance to the department. • Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned Knowledge/Abilities/Skills: • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. • Ability to maintain a high standard of character and leadership qualities. • Basic research skills. • Skill in preparing clear and concise written reports. • Maintain tactfulness and courtesy in explaining City procedures and requirements. • Perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. • Operate a computer and use word processing and spreadsheet software application programs. • Excellent customer service skills. • Establish and maintain effective relationships with staff and other department representatives. Experience/Training/Education: • Must be a high school graduate and a current undergraduate student, graduate student or a recent graduate of an accredited college or university with a major in Finance, Accounting, Business, Management, Public Administration, Economics, or a related field. • Previous work in finance or a related field is preferred.
How to Apply: If you're interested in this excellent internship opportunity, please submit a volunteer application via e-mail to hr@ci.stanton.ca.us or to Stanton City Hall, 7800 Katella Ave., Stanton, CA 90680. For a detailed internship announcement, please visit the City's website: www.ci.stanton.ca.us.
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