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Accounting Intern Job Description
Mission Statement:
The National Civil Rights Museum, located at the Lorraine Motel, honors and preserves the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We chronicle the American civil rights movement and tell the story of the ongoing struggle for human rights. We educate and serve as a catalyst to inspire action to create positive social change.
History:
Established in 1991, the National Civil Rights Museum is located at the former Lorraine Motel, where civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968. In 2002 the museum opened an $11 million expansion, The Legacy Building, which addresses the assassination investigation and the legacy of the civil rights movement. In 2013 and 2014, the museum underwent a $27.5 million renovation which added more than 40 new films, oral histories and interactive media to the site’s already robust galleries. The museum is among the top 5% of institutions to be accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and one of the International Coalition of Sites of Conscience worldwide. Through interactive exhibits, historic collections, dynamic speakers and special events, the museum offers visitors a chance to walk through history and learn more about a tumultuous and inspiring period of change. Individuals who intern at the National Civil Rights Museum have a unique opportunity to receive hands-on experience at an award-winning institution.
Time Commitment:
· Academic year internships are 10-20 hours per week
· Summer internships are 30-40 hours per week
· Alternative arrangements can be discussed with the specific department, but are subject to that department’s approval.
Reporting:
The intern reports to Tsitsi (Tee) Jones, Chief Operating and Finance Officer
Compensation:
· Students may receive course credit and be paid hourly
· Undergraduate students are paid $12/hour
· Graduate students are paid $15/hour
Roles of the Finance & Human Resources Department:
· Finance department is responsible for all areas of Accounting including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Cash Receipts, Reporting and Forecasting, Inventory
· The department is also responsible for risk management, insurance and contract review
· Human Resources is responsible for the employee life cycle from recruiting, onboarding, benefits, employee relations etc.
Scope:
Interns will:
· Assist in Accounts Payable – Entering invoices, filing, creating vendor folders etc.
· Assist in Balance Sheet reconciliations
· Organize financial records
· Researching Accounting and Human Resources best practices
· Unclaimed property reporting
· Statistical reporting and analysis
· Fixed Asset and CIP compilation
· General Ledger reporting
· Assist with month end close
· Assist with audit if applicable
Qualifications:
Candidates must be able to complete tasks independently, must be reliable and punctual and capable of functioning in a multi-task environment. Must be able to take direction and follow instructions and complete tasks on deadline. Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. The acceptable candidate must adhere to the rules and regulations governing all employees, interns, and volunteers of the National Civil Rights Museum.
Candidates should have a strong interest and/or higher education studies in Accounting or Business Administration with some Accounting credits. Multi-tasking, scheduling, and deadline efficiency are highly important. Must have strong interpersonal and computer skills. Must possess excellent organizational skills, be detail-oriented, accurate and neat, and possess the ability to work both as an individual and as part of a team. Integrity and confidentiality are imperative.
Required Skills:
· Excel
· Accounting Software
· Data Entry
Desired but Optional:
· Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
· Non-Profit Accounting Principles