HQ - Accounting Intern
Headquarters
Purpose:
Cadence International is an evangelical mission organization dedicated to reaching military communities with the good news of Jesus Christ. The Accounting Intern supports the ministry of Cadence by performing a variety of tasks within the Finance Department, including day-to-day accounting functions and special finance projects.
Reports to: Accounting Manager
Classification: Part Time, Temporary
Hours: up to 12 hours per week
Location: Headquarters, Englewood, CO
Compensation: $19.30 per hour
Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounting Tasks
- Work alongside the Accounting Manager to provide support for month-end closing tasks, audit preparation, and general accounting support.
- Assist with Accounts Payable and Donor Services processes.
- Organize and maintain financial records and documentation.
- Help ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of database records.
- Compile data for internal and external reporting and analysis.
Finance Projects
- Establish a digital system to track various accounting records.
- Prepare organizational filings and periodic reports, such as property tax exemptions and state registrations.
- Review and evaluate current accounting policies and procedures to provide revisions to improve accuracy and clarity.
- Assist with implementation, monitoring, and enhancing accounting/finance systems, processes, and internal control procedures.
- Offer input and assistance with streamlining accounting workflows and process improvement.
- Assist with any software or service migrations, as needed.
Mission Support and Other Duties
- Deliver timely and friendly service and support by proactively finding answers and responding promptly.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements:
High School Diploma required. Some college-level accounting classes preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and willingness to learn any necessary additional programs.
Prior experience in a nonprofit organization, specifically a mission organization, is a plus.
Born again, mature Christian with an affinity for the mission and work of Cadence International.
Because of the distinctly Christian emphasis of Cadence’s mission work, one must sign and comply with Cadence International’s Code of Christian Conduct.
Must be willing to join departmental staff in periodic prayer times for the needs of the mission and to attend the weekly headquarters chapel held during work hours.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including a positive attitude, willingness to help resolve issues, and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Must be self-motivated, with high initiative, and able to work with minimal supervision.
Strengths in administration, multi-tasking, and organizational skills with superior attention to detail.
Ability to graciously re-prioritize workload as demands change throughout the day, and flexibility to meet demands of a dynamic work environment.
Ability to exercise considerable discretion in the handling of confidential or sensitive matters.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
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. The employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, climb stairs, talk, listen, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Important Notice: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in the classification.
Equal Employment Opportunity: (Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans)
