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Accounting Intern

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In-Office
New York, NY, USA
18-18 Hourly
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New York, NY, USA
18-18 Hourly
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Support accounts payable and general ledger tasks: review invoices for documentation, perform invoice and GL data entry, run monthly disbursement reports from SFS and FMS, and complete other assigned accounting duties.
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Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY).

The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.

We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.

Primary Location:

OFFICE OF VC - FACILIT PLAN, CONSTRUC & MGMT

Bargaining Unit:

No

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Review invoices for appropriate documentation before payment

  • Perform invoice and General Ledger data entry

  • Monitor disbursements by running monthly reports from the Statewide Financial System (SFS) and New York City Financial Management System (FMS)

  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Core Competencies:

  • Enrolled in an accredited college with at least 45 credits towards a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

  • Excellent writing, interpersonal, customer service, and presentation skills

  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment and changing needs and priorities

  • Detail-oriented and well-organized

  • Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently

  • High school diploma/GED required. Bachelor's degree preferred

Pay Range:

$17.50 per hour

RFCUNY Benefits
RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. 

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