Accounting Intern

Position Description: The Accounting Intern supports the Accounting team to assist in the routine accounting functions of the Internal Operations Department, while gaining hands-on experience in accounting processes and systems. This position additionally performs accounting project work according to department needs. The Accounting Intern reports to the Senior Accounting Manager.

Essential duties and responsibilities that include but are not limited to:

Primary

• Perform data entry tasks utilizing accounting software and systems.

• Process accounting transactions accurately and within established deadlines.

• Assist with other accounting processes as needed, including billing, invoicing, deposits, and internal auditing.

• Complete accounting project work as needed and assigned.

• Assist in analyzing and improving department processes and creating SOP’s.

• Attend required training sessions and internship activities.

Department and Other Support

• Active participation in all-team meetings and activities.

• Provide collaboration for other Association teams as needed.

• Attend progress report and department meetings as required.

• Keep Outlook calendar up to date.

Skills and Requirements

General

• Maintains confidentiality in matters that require discretion.

• Excellent organizational and task management skills.

• Clear and accessible written and oral communication.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Able to multi-task and shift priorities as needed.

• Proactive in analyzing and improving processes.

• Ability to work effectively and productively with a variety of individuals and teams.

• Flexible and comfortable adapting to changing processes and business needs.

• Conscientious with a high level of personal ethics.

• Displays a commitment to quality in all work.

Technical Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word and Outlook.

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

• Knowledge of and experience with financial systems software a plus.

• Ability to work with a variety of electronic devices including laptop, smart phone, and tablet.

Minimum Requirements and Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.

• Degree or coursework in Accounting or Business preferred.

Physical/Mental Environment

• In-person office attendance required.

• In-person attendance required for trainings and All-Team staff events.

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

• Regularly required to stand, walk and sit; use hands to handle objects and feel controls; reach; climb stairs; stoop; crouch; talk; listen; and vision capabilities that enable reading and viewing a computer screen. Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

This is a summary of the essential job functions and level of work performance for this position. This is not a complete list of all job duties and management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as business needs require and shall not be construed as a promise or contract of employment or of any specific duties.

Compensation

• The starting range for this position is $20 to $25 per hour, depending on experience. (Range for the position depending on qualifications and experience factors is $19.94 to $25.17 per hour)

• No health, dental, vision, or other insurance benefits offered for this role.

• Paid sick leave will be offered in accordance with WA state law.

Washington Hospitality Association is committed to the success of the industry. Our core values include:

• Passion to Serve
• Accountability to Each Other and to Our Members
• Healthy and Constructive Conflict
• Desire for Greatness
• Attention to Results
• Commitment to Excellence
• Trust in Our Team

Washington Hospitality Association is an equal opportunity employer.