State Government Finance Intern - Payroll & Budgets

State of Missouri; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking a staff-level accounting/financial support role in the Southwest District, Springfield. Responsibilities include payroll coding, reconciliations, and processing reimbursements, plus physical asset and cash balance monitoring.

The position requires enrollment in a relevant bachelor’s program with 30 credit hours completed and a minimum GPA of 2.0. It offers stable state employment and opportunities for professional growth within MoDOT.

Qualifications

• Enrolled full-time in a relevant bachelor’s or post-bachelor’s program.
• Must have completed 30 credit hours toward degree.
• GPA 2.0 or higher required or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Review payroll documents, verify coding, and prepare reimbursements.
• Perform accounting functions including reconciliations and vendor payments.
• Prepare financial statements in line with GAAP and GASB standards.
• Coordinate and monitor cash balance and assist with operating budget.
• Assist with research and reporting for financial and statistical requests.
• Analyze potential fiscal impact of proposed state/federal legislation.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounting

GASB knowledge

Education

Enrollment in relevant bachelor’s program

30 credit hours completed toward degree

Job description

State of Missouri is seeking a staff-level accounting/financial support role in the Southwest District, Springfield. Responsibilities include payroll coding, reconciliations, and processing reimbursements, plus physical asset and cash balance monitoring.

The position requires enrollment in a relevant bachelor’s program with 30 credit hours completed and a minimum GPA of 2.0. It offers stable state employment and opportunities for professional growth within MoDOT.