Sea Alaska - Juneau, AK
posted 4 days ago
About the position
Tlingit and Haida Tribal Business Council is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated intern to join our finance team. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in financial operations and develop a deeper understanding of finance within a corporate environment. Responsibilities include processing payroll and deductions, auditing accounts payable and receivable for accuracy, and monitoring contract spending to ensure accurate charging. This internship will provide exposure to the different departments within the finance group, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and travel. Interns will gain hands-on experience in financial processes, auditing techniques, and contract monitoring, preparing them for a career in finance. This opportunity is ideal for students seeking to build foundational skills in finance while contributing to meaningful projects that support organizational success.
Responsibilities
- Process payroll and deductions while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.
- Audit accounts payable and receivable records to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Monitor contract spending and verify that charges align with contractual terms.
- Collaborate with various departments to support financial reporting and operations.
- Learn and utilize financial software tools, including Microsoft Excel and Deltec.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ability to learn other financial software (Deltec)
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to multitask
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must be a Sealaska shareholder, descendant of a shareholder, or spouse of a shareholder
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Ability to travel as needed
- Enrolled in a Finance, Accounting, or Economics degree program
- Must be age 18 at time of hire
- Must be currently enrolled in post-secondary school/program or a recent graduate (1-2 years)
Nice-to-haves
- At least a 2.5 GPA
- Strong critical thinking and research skills
- Self-starter with ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment
Benefits
- Meaningful career experience
- Learning opportunities
- Supportive community
