Accounting Intern

As an Accounting Undergraduate Intern at the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS), your main responsibilities will include assisting in billing and collections, coordinating the processing of amounts due from ACS, preparing monthly status reports, and generating reports using financial information systems such as Passport and FMS. You'll also be expected to support data analysis upon request, making your role pivotal in ensuring financial oversight.

To be eligible for the Accounting Undergraduate Intern at ACS, you must be currently enrolled in a college or university or have graduated within the past year. A strong understanding of financial principles and good analytical skills will greatly enhance your effectiveness in this role, so it's ideal if you’re pursuing or have completed a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

During your internship with ACS as an Accounting Undergraduate Intern, you will have the opportunity to work with several key financial information systems, including Passport, the Financial Management System (FMS), and the Payment Management Reporting System (PMRS). Becoming familiar with these systems will provide you with valuable experience in governmental financial operations.

The Accounting Undergraduate Intern position at ACS offers remarkable learning outcomes, such as acquiring a hands-on understanding of program auditing, learning about government financial systems, and developing the ability to analyze financial data effectively for decision-making. This exposure can be immensely beneficial for your future career.

Yes, the Accounting Undergraduate Intern position at the Administration for Children’s Services offers a competitive salary of $19.00 per hour. This compensation reflects ACS's commitment to providing meaningful opportunities for students to gain practical experience while supporting their operations.

When answering this question, highlight your passion for accounting and public service. Explain how the mission of ACS aligns with your values and your eagerness to learn about auditing processes within a government setting.

Talk about any relevant coursework or projects where you analyzed financial data. If you’ve used Excel or other software for data analysis, be sure to mention that, as it relates closely to the role of Accounting Intern at ACS.

Demonstrate your organizational skills by describing a system you use for prioritizing tasks. Mention tools or methods for tracking deadlines and ensuring that critical tasks are completed on time.

Discuss the importance of auditing in maintaining transparency and accountability in government operations. Cite specific examples of how auditing can help in identifying areas of financial risk and improving fiscal health.

If you have experience using financial software, describe that experience. If not, express your willingness to learn and how you adapt quickly to new technologies, emphasizing any relevant skills that might transfer to financial management systems.

Provide a specific example where you successfully analyzed complex data or reports. Explain your approach, the tools you used, and the outcomes of your analysis.

While this role may not require in-depth tax knowledge, it's good to demonstrate any foundational understanding you have regarding tax regulations, particularly how they may impact financial operations in a government context.

Highlight that auditing often relies on collaboration, emphasizing how teamwork leads to more thorough and effective results. Cite examples of successful teamwork from your past experiences.

Reflect on skills such as attention to detail, analytical thinking, and communication. Explain how these skills can enhance both the internship experience and contributions to the Audit & Risk Management Unit.

Share a specific challenge relevant to finance or teamwork and describe your thought process and actions. This will show employers your problem-solving abilities along with your resilience.