Intern, Accounting (Bank Reconciliations)

Cagayan State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Cagayan State University is seeking a detail-oriented finance student for an in-office role focused on reconciliations and bookkeeping support. You will assist with daily cash reconciliations, monitor bank activity, and coordinate with Treasury, Loans, and Operations to manage cash movements.

The position requires strong Excel skills, accuracy, and a proactive attitude toward process improvements. Remote work is not emphasized, and the role supports month-end and year-end closes.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong Excel and standard office software skills; ERP or GL systems experience preferred but not required.
• Experience with reconciliation software (e.g., ADRA) preferred but not required.
• Comfortable working across multiple bank accounts and handling high transaction volumes.
• Exceptional customer service attitude with strong attention to detail.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to research and resolve discrepancies.
• Effective planning to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication; teamwork with Accounting and partners.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily reconciliations of collection and trust bank accounts.
• Monitor daily bank activity and cash balances; research unidentified or unapplied cash items promptly.
• Coordinate with Treasury, Loan Servicing, and Operations on cash movements and sweeps between accounts.
• Prepare and maintain organized, audit-ready documentation for cash postings in collection accounts.
• Maintain complete supporting docs and workpapers for journal entries.
• Support day-to-day bookkeeping and assist with month-end/year-end close processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and control in reconciliation processes; document procedures.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Written communication

Teamwork

Integrity & confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress (Accounting/Finance)

Tools

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

Oracle

Job description

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist with daily reconciliations of collection and trust bank accounts.
• Monitor daily bank activity and cash balances; research unidentified, unapplied, or exception cash items promptly.
• Support coordination with Treasury, Loan Servicing, and Operations teams regarding cash movements and sweeps between collection and trust accounts.
• Prepare and maintain organized, accurate, and audit-ready supporting documentation for cash postings in collection accounts.
• Maintain complete and accurate supporting documentation and workpapers for assigned journal entries.
• Support day-to-day bookkeeping activities and assist with month-end and year-end close processes within deadlines.
• Assist with identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and control environment of reconciliation processes and support documentation of accounting and desktop procedures.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office software; experience with ERP or general ledger systems (e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Oracle) preferred but not required.
• Experience with reconciliation software (e.g., ADRA) preferred but not required.
• Comfortable working across multiple bank accounts and handling a high volume of transactions.
• Exceptional customer service attitude.
• Strong attention to detail with accuracy and thoroughness in financial data handling.
• Analytical skills to review and evaluate financial data and identify discrepancies.
• Problem-solving skills to research and resolve discrepancies accurately and timely.
• Effective planning and organization to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Teamwork skills to collaborate with Accounting and cross-functional partners.
• Integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive financial and company information.
• Learning agility with curiosity and willingness to learn accounting processes and apply feedback.

Work Environment

This role is primarily in-office with exposure to moderate office noises such as computers and printers. Remote work is possible from a pre-approved location as arranged and scheduled by team management and approved by department leadership.