The student will assist clients with financial operations including bank reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and general ledger entries. They will also collaborate with the Finance Manager to develop financial reports and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
Candidates must be current junior or senior students in Albright College's Accounting or Finance program. Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with GAAP and GASB accounting standards are required.
Albright College Institute of Nonprofit and Civic Administration (INCA) is a financial and operations consultant providing outsourced financial services for governmental entities, including municipalities and nonprofits. We provide efficient and timely public-sector financial reporting and operational deliverables for our clients, focusing on state and federal reporting, grants management, supervision of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, month-end close, cash and investment management, audit and budget preparation and reporting and application implementation.
This is a part-time temporary consulting role for junior and senior students enrolled in Albright College’s Accounting and Finance Majors and will involve the provision of fractional services to nonprofits and governmental entities under the supervision of Finance Manager of Institute of Nonprofit and Civic Administration. This role may provide between 1-3 days of remote work as assigned. There may be an opportunity to work on site depending on the client’s needs and systems.
Essential Job Functions:
Assisting clients with supporting financial operations for municipalities and nonprofits including:
Bank account reconciliations
Assisting with implementing accounting systems
Entering Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions
Creating General Ledger entries
Entering budgeting forecasts provided
Developing financial reporting
Audit reconciliations
Ensuring compliance with funding requirements.
Collaborate with Finance Manager on prioritizing assignments
Collaborate onsite and remotely with client staff to ensure efficient business services.
Qualifications /Prerequisites
SPECIFC SKILLS - Knowledge / Abilities – As a current student at Albright College, the candidate will be familiar with the following, and this position will provide them with an opportunity to learn how they are applied
Be familiar with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) as introduced in course work. The selected candidate will learn how to apply these reporting practices in government and nonprofit accounting.
Basic knowledge of budget development and reporting
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and reporting requirements related to municipal accounting and finance administration
Knowledge & proficiency of information systems and related applications (MS Office / Excel / Word)
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to manage complex projects and adapt to changing circumstances
Ability to continuously create new efficiencies
Ability to prepare concise reports and make effective oral and written presentations
Ability to develop effective working relationships with management staff, employees, governmental agencies, and service providers doing business with the municipality or non-profit
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to demonstrate honesty and convey integrity to maintain public trust
Possession of current and valid PA Driver’s License
Employment Experience
Governmental accounting or auditing experience preferred
Education
Enrolled as a junior or senior in Albright College's Finance or Accounting program
Working Conditions
Work is performed remotely with the possibility of work at a client’s offices. The work may involve frequent interruptions, trouble shooting, and will be in high paced environment.
About Albright College
Albright College is a private liberal arts institution in Reading, Pennsylvania, offering diverse academic programs that emphasize personalized learning and community engagement.