Accounting Intern Jobs

KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools is part of the growing network of KIPP Public Schools. KIPP Public Schools is a national network of free, open enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to supporting all students to reach their highest aspirations. There are 270 KIPP schools across the nation serving more than 120,000 students. Nationally, KIPP students have a 4X higher graduation rate than that of their peers.

KIPP Metro Atlanta currently operates eleven KIPP schools including four primary schools, five middle schools, one K-6 school, and one high school, as well as the KIPP Forward program which supports students through college, career, and beyond.

KIPP Metro Atlanta is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Intern. The Accounting Intern will complete activities associated with accounts payable, fixed assets, inventory, state reporting and the month/year-end close process. By creating clear documentation of these processes, the intern will promote sustainability and repeatability for KIPP Metro Atlanta. The Finance Intern will process and code invoices, review and reconcile vendor accounts, review and reconcile general ledger accounts, and perform other ad hoc analyses. The Finance Intern will also assist with various other file maintenance, compliance, and reporting activities. This position reports directly to the Controller.

Job Responsibilities:

Key Accounting Responsibilities Weekly/Monthly 60%

• Complete balance account reconciliations as a part of the month end close process.
• Track, update, and file W9’s and Certificates of Insurance
• Provide proof of payment; process, reconcile and ensure the accuracy of transactions
• Maintain fixed asset ledger, along with related fixed asset records for audit
• Research identified aberrations in accounting data and make a recommendation for the path forward
• Research and answer invoice inquiries
• Process and vendor invoices using online accounts payable system, Concur

Key Accounting Responsibilities Annually 10%

• Assist in preparation for and responses to annual audits

Special Assignments and Additional Support 30%

• Provide additional support to all members of the Finance Accounting , as directed
• Assist in development, implementation, and documentation of new or revised process to enhance departmental workflow

• Strong time management skills
• Takes initiative to solve problems
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with accounting platforms preferred but not required
• Highly detailed-oriented and organized
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Team player and self-starter

Compensation: $20/hour

Statement of Non-Discrimination:

KIPP Metro Atlanta is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school. KIPP Metro Atlanta does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.