ACCOUNTING INTERN

YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina; Wilmington (NC); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 23.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina is seeking an Accounting Intern to support bookkeeping, financial reporting and account reconciliation under supervision. This part-time, temporary role offers hands-on exposure to daily accounting tasks and core financial processes within a nonprofit setting.

Responsibilities include data entry, accounts payable/receivable support, bank reconciliations, month-end activities, and assisting with asset tracking and financial dashboards.

Formación

• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Two years' experience in computer applications and office support systems.
• Proficiency in Windows environment and Microsoft Office.
• Travel to various locations within the Association as needed.
• Detail-oriented with ability to meet deadlines and take initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.
• Experience with diverse populations and ability to build relationships.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with daily bookkeeping and data entry tasks.
• Prepare and maintain financial records and documentation.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Reconcile bank statements and general ledger schedules monthly.
• Assist in treasury summaries, tracking tables, and reports.
• Research accounting policies and regulations.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Collaborate with accounting team on projects.
• Update strategic plan documents and monthly financial dashboard.
• Assist with proper coding of invoices, vouchers, expense reports, and related items.
• Review credit card statements monthly and enforce policies.
• Adhere to confidentiality and YMCA policies; represent YMCA professionally.
• Assist with fixed asset tracking and internal IT support.

Conocimientos

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Diversity experience

Time management

Herramientas

Windows

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Job Type

Temporary

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Director of Finance, and consistent with the Mission of the YMCA, the

Accounting Intern will gain hands‑on experience in various accounting functions, including

bookkeeping, financial reporting, and account reconciliation. This internship provides an excellent

opportunity to develop practical skills and gain valuable insight into the accounting profession.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with daily bookkeeping and data entry tasks.
• Prepare and maintain financial records and documentation.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Reconcile bank statements, and general ledger schedules monthly.
• Assist in the preparation of treasury summary, tracking tables, and other financial reports and analysis.
• Perform research on accounting policies and regulations.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Collaborate with the accounting team on various projects.
• Update strategic plan documents and monthly financial dashboard as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Assists with proper coding of such items as invoices, vouchers, expense reports, check requests, etc., that conform to standard procedures to ensure accurate entry into the financial system.
• Review credit card statements monthly to ensure all receipts have been received and enforce strict adherence to all corporate policies and procedures.
• Adheres to strict confidentiality and ensures that all YMCA policies and procedures are consistently enforced. Ability to represent the YMCA in a mature and professional manner.
• Assist with fixed asset tracking and internal IT support.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• 2. Two years' experience in computer applications and office support systems.
• 3. Proficiency in Windows environment and Microsoft Office.
• 4. Travel to various locations within the Association as needed.
• 5. Attentive to details, be able to work with and meet deadlines, take initiative to develop and provide information and controls necessary for efficient office operations.
• 6. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 7. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• 8. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

JOB TITLE:

ACCOUNTING INTERN

FLSA STATUS:

Part-Time, temporary internship

WAGE RANGE:

$16.00 - $17.00 / Hour

REVISION DATE:

11/03/2026

PRIMARY FUNCTION/DEPARTMENT:

ADMINISTRATION

Salary Description

$16 - $17/hour