Student Extern

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Texas

Hybrid

USD 24,757,000 - 35,760,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage from day one

PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance

Pension plan

Remote within Texas

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Student Extern General Accounting to provide foundational accounting support and hands-on experience in finance and supply chain processes. The role emphasizes training, data analysis, and documentation in a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates are junior or senior college students pursuing accounting, finance, or supply chain; strong communication and analytical skills are valued.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent and college-bound or in-college students.
Preferred: enrolled at an accredited university as a junior or senior in Accounting, Finance or Supply Chain or a related master's program.

Responsibilities

Complete training in Oracle PeopleSoft functions, OBIEE reports, requisition creation, Accounts Payable, Procure to Pay, and General Accounting entry creation.
Perform Excel-based data consolidation activities to support reporting and analysis.
Assist with development of detailed training and process documentation.
Run queries for budgeting and financial analysis; prepare reconciliations and journal entries.

Tools

Oracle PeopleSoft

OBIEE

Excel

Job description

The Student Extern General Accounting position at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center supports institutional finance and supply chain operations by providing hands‑on learning opportunities for college students in their junior or senior year of study. This role is designed to build foundational accounting, financial analysis, and systems skills while contributing to day‑to‑day finance activities within General Accounting.

As a comprehensive cancer center, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The General Accounting Student Extern role offers meaningful exposure to real‑world finance and supply chain processes at UT MD Anderson while supporting the organization's mission through accurate financial operations and data‑driven decision‑making. The Student Extern General Accounting position provides structured training, project participation, and mentorship to prepare students for future careers in accounting, finance, or related fields.

The ideal candidate for the Student Extern General Accounting role is a junior- or senior‑level college student pursuing coursework relevant to accounting, finance, and supply chain, with the ability to communicate effectively, demonstrate continuous learning, and apply analytical skills in a professional environment; no specific licenses or certifications are provided.

Minimum $18.00 - Midpoint $22.00 - Maximum $26.00 per hour based on a 40-hour work week. The typical work schedule is Day/Evening, Part Time - up to 19 hours. Work location is remote with the ability to come onsite occasionally. ( Onsite presence is required)

Why Us?

Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Institutional Finance and Supply Chain Training

Complete training in Oracle PeopleSoft functions, OBIEE reports, requisition creation, Accounts Payable, Procure to Pay, and General Accounting entry creation and submission
Perform Excel-based data consolidation activities to support reporting and analysis
Assist with development of detailed training and process documentation

Analysis and Data Management

Perform queries over large data sets to support analytical reporting and trend analysis
Consolidate, summarize, analyze, and interpret transaction data for finance and supply chain reporting
Document interpretations of results, identifying patterns and trends in deliverables
Participate in projects related to procure to pay variances and vendor contract analysis

Budgeting and Financial Research

Run queries for personnel and non-personnel transactions to support budgeting efforts
Research transactions to determine root causes of balance sheet and income statement account changes
Propose potential adjustments based on research findings

Accounting and Reconciliations

Reconcile basic financial statement accounts including bank, cash clearing, accrual, prepaid, and expense accounts
Identify reconciling items and propose solutions for incorrect journal entry postings
Prepare and record standard recurring journal entries such as inter-departmental and non-salary cost transfers

Training, Collaboration, and Support

Seek cross-functional training opportunities to expand knowledge and skills
Collaborate with colleagues to improve efficiency and enhance deliverables
Perform other duties as assigned to support institutional finance and supply chain operations

EDUCATION

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent and
Required: College bound or in-college students.
Preferred: Enrolled at an accredited university as a junior or senior in a bachelor's degree program with a major in Accounting, Finance or Supply Chain or enrolled in a master's degree program while holding a bachelor's degree with a major in Accounting, Finance or Supply Chain.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required: None

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

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