What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Intern position at SBP?
Description
About SBP
Founded in 2006 after Hurricane Katrina, SBP is a social impact organization focused on disaster resilience and recovery. We envision a future where everyone—regardless of race, economic status, or geography—can rebound quickly from extreme weather events. Our mission is to shrink the time between disaster and recovery, building stronger communities and making sure our most vulnerable fellow citizens can quickly access the assistance they need.
What sets SBP apart?
We don’t just react to natural disasters—we take a long-term, 360-degree approach.
SBP addresses disaster resilience and recovery in three interrelated ways:
- We train and advise individuals, communities, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and local governments in best practices for disaster preparedness, risk mitigation, and recovery;
- We build resilient homes and communities, sharing our proven model and approach with others;
- We advocate for change at the systems level, aiming to make the recovery process more predictable, efficient, and effective for all disaster survivors.
Our innovative, multi-pronged approach is driven by the dedication and passion of volunteers and AmeriCorps members; the generosity of donors and partners; and our incredible SBP team, whose commitment to racial equity, environmental sustainability, and helping those most in need infuses their everyday work. We’re making a lasting impact on thousands of lives—and we’d love for you to join us.
Position Summary
The accounting intern will serve and support the accounting and finance team in a variety of ways. Their responsibilities will include: focusing on accounts payables, job cost management, account reconciliation and financial analysis. This position is a valuable learning opportunity for anyone interested in pursuing a career in finance or accounting.
Position is based in New Orleans, LA
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day support to the finance team
- Perform accounts payable functions such as processing AP transactions, entering vendor invoices, and ensuring invoices are coded and approved for payment
- Participate in completing weekly job costing requirements
- Reconcile vendor accounts
- Document management
- Assist with other ad hoc projects that are assigned by the accounting/finance team
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; enrolled in a higher education program
- Proficiency in MS Office including Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Interest in a career in accounting or finance
- Detail oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
- Superior organization skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner
Performance Expectations
- Be creative and thoughtful about how to manage financial behavior
- Have a high level of personal responsibility and drive towards ambitious goals
- Have a strong sense of integrity, ethics, and drive to achieve and grow
- Convey a professional and positive image and attitude regarding the organization and the not-for- profit sector
- Demonstrate commitment to continued professional growth and development
Hourly Rate: $14.00/hour
SBP is building a diverse and experienced staff. The organization encourages multiple perspectives and experiences, supports a multicultural environment, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the populations we work with and the communities where we work. Our hiring and business practices appreciate the strengths offered through different backgrounds.
SBP is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, disabled veteran status, or status as a member of any other protected group or activity.
It is the policy of SBP not to discriminate against any individual, person, or group on the basis of disability and the intent of SBP to address any complaints that may arise pursuant to Section 504.
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