Overview
Seeking a driven student eager to gain real-world business experience focused in accounting, data analytics and reporting. Through support of Navy Federal's Operational Accounting team, this position will provide an opportunity to gain valuable insight and application of various accounting guidance in the financial services industry, as well as an understanding of Navy Federal's business, technology, resources, and procedures. This individual will participate in a collaborative team environment, interacting with multiple departments within Corporate Accounting, Finance, and other business units to develop technical and communication skills, business knowledge, analytical techniques, and creative problem-solving abilities. This is a year-round, Full or Part -Time, flexible internship based on school schedule.
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Responsibilities
• Collaborate with various levels of staff and management to accomplish assigned tasks/assignments
• Support daily tasks, including preparation of accounting entries utilizing integrated general ledger software
• Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Partner with stakeholders across Finance to critically assess tasks, projects, and financial trends
• Effectively communicate key financial trends, findings, and/or significant matters to team leadership
• Develop executive-level presentation material to report financial results and project updates
• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Support organizational risk management and internal control initiatives
• Provide professional execution of tasks and special projects while working within established standards, policies and procedures
• Support business strategy and initiatives within the business unit and/or across the organization
• Maintain professionalism in all interactions, placing member service as priority
• Enhance effectiveness of meetings by providing meeting summaries and next steps based on the discussion
• Perform research and analysis for certain Navy Federal portfolios, including expanded reporting and data analytics
• Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• Must be enrolled at an accredited college or university pursuing a bachelor's degree or a master's degree in accounting (at least a Junior - 3 years of coursework completed)
• Working understanding of accounting and financial principles
• Experience in business and financial analytics preferred
• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Effective research, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective spreadsheet software skills
• Effective organizational, planning and time management skills
• Effective skill maintaining accuracy with attention to detail and meeting deadlines
• Ability to exercise initiative and good judgment to make sound decisions
• Ability to adapt to new technologies
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
About Us
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected Veteran.
Hybrid Workplace: Navy Federal Credit Union is a hybrid workplace, and details will be discussed during your interview process.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team's discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.