What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Operations Intern position at Harris County?
Working At Harris County Precinct 4:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring “heart, hustle, and higher standards” to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.
Finance Operations Intern Overview:
Precinct 4 Forward Internship Program (P4FIP), is an 9-week paid summer internship for students with a passion for serving others.
We’ve designed our program to expose students to career opportunities with Harris County and apply what they have learned in the classroom to hands-on projects. P4FIP provides students the chance to bridge the gap between academic understanding and practical professional experience.
Interns will create a community to help support their personal and professional development throughout the summer as they launch their career. Interns will work with a mentor, form relationships with other interns, and engage our Senior Leadership Team.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- The Operations Finance Intern will be a key partner to the Operations Team, with a focus on financial reporting and (KPIs) Key Performance Indicators reporting.
- This role requires an understanding of financial budgets, project management skills, an analytical mindset, and the ability to effectively communicate with both operations and finance.
- Accounting: Apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to analyze financial information, reconcile budget and expense accounts, prepare general and standard journal entries, assist in budget development, and prepare standard financial reports for management.
- Report business financial results in a manner that drives comprehensive understanding and actionable improvement (50%).
- Prepare monthly/bi-weekly reports and presentations for leadership (includes executive management in operations)
- Partner with other Operations Financial Analysts and the Operations Manager to create analytics and KPIs.
- Utilize excel best practices and raise the bar for Excel use throughout the Finance team.
- Other strategic projects and collaboration with other Finance Interns in creating Dashboards.
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Internship Requirements:
Minimum of two years of college completed from an accredited four-year college or university in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
Minimum GPA of 3.2
Proficiency in Microsoft software applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Share Point.
- Knowledge of financial and accounting principles.
- Good organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to multitask.
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.Location/Residency Preference:
- Resident of Harris County Precinct 4 (preferred)
Position Type, Salary and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular | Internship
Harris County employees and interns receive a competitive salary.
Location:
Tomball Service Center - 14444 Holderrieth Road, Tomball, TX 77375
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Salary : $20,800
