Finance Intern

WVU Medicine; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University Health System is seeking a student intern in finance to support data analysis, reporting, and documentation within a dynamic healthcare finance team.

The role involves preparing statements, forecasts, and variance analyses, while assisting audits and contributing to process improvements. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in finance, accounting, or business administration and possess strong Excel and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Must maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Ability to analyze data and support financial reporting in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in financial data analysis and reporting to support decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with the finance team to maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Conduct research on industry best practices and financial trends to enhance departmental strategies.
• Assist in preparing financial statements, budget forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Support financial audits by gathering necessary documentation and providing assistance to auditors.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions to expand knowledge of healthcare finance and accounting principles.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the finance department.
• Perform other ad-hoc tasks and projects as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Strong communication skills

Confidentiality

Professional image

Initiative and analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Teamwork

Healthcare finance knowledge

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Tools

MS Excel

Financial software/tools

Job description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• 1. Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• 1. Assist in financial data analysis and reporting to support decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with the finance team to maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Conduct research on industry best practices and financial trends to enhance departmental strategies.
• Assist in preparing financial statements, budget forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Support financial audits by gathering necessary documentation and providing assistance to auditors.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions to expand knowledge of healthcare finance and accounting principles.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the finance department.
• Perform other ad-hoc tasks and projects as assigned by the Finance Manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 1. Extended periods of sitting.
• 2. Extended periods of computer usage.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 1. Standard, high volume office environment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• 1. Must possess basic computer knowledge and ability to operate standard office equipment and software.
• 2. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• 3. Must have the ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality
• 4. Must have the ability to project a positive and professional image to internal and external customers
• 5. Must have the ability to exercise initiative and work independently - Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software/tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges in the healthcare finance sector.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company: SYSTEM West Virginia University Health System

Cost Center: 541 SYSTEM Accounting

Address: 117 Hospital Drive

Petersburg

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.