Position Description
Mathematica’s Accounting department is seeking intellectually-curious individuals to participate in an internship opportunity. Applicants should be interested in Mathematica's mission and our commitment to equity, and be motivated to work on Accounting/Finance efforts that advance our strategic financial goals at Mathematica.
Over a 3-6 month period with potential to last longer, The internship provides on-the-job training and the opportunity to work in a private company environment. This is a great opportunity to learn accounting hands on. The intern(s) will contribute to a variety of operational activities that support evidence-based decision-making for the company's operational strategy.
Duties Of The Internship Include
- Monthly journal entries
- Assisting with expense account analysis
- Assisting with account reconciliations
- Assisting project teams with timely responses to Service Now ticket requests to open/close charge codes
- Organizing and obtaining travel receipt information required for client invoice submission
- Maintaining and organizing Accounts Receivable email box and ensure billing staff responds to client emails
- Assisting billers with assembling monthly client invoice packages
- Auditing employee expense reports
- Some filing
- Ad hoc reporting
- SN ticket resolution
- System maintenance
- Work with payroll dept.
Position Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program or master’s-level training program working towards a degree in accounting/finance
- Interest in using technology to improve the quality, efficiency, and impact of our work
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with flexibility to handle multiple tasks and work on multiple projects
- Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and self-directed, with strong interpersonal skills
- Experience and interest in leading and presenting to small groups
- Desire and ability to work as part of the accounting team
- Proficiency with Excel
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume. You will be asked to attach these materials during the online application process.
This internship will offer 15-40 hours a week at an anticipated hourly rate of $17-$21/hour.
Available locations: Princeton, NJ; Remote
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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