Director of Finance and Accounting Volunteer Intern

Job Title: Director of Finance & Accounting Volunteer

Location: Remote

Department: Finance / Accounting

Reports To: Executive Leadership

Type: Internship (Part-Time) (Unpaid)

Duration: 4 Months

Internship Summary

We are seeking a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Director of Finance & Accounting Intern to lead and support the financial operations of Resilience, Inc. This role provides an opportunity to gain leadership experience in accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, grant research, and fundraising initiatives. The intern will coordinate financial activities, guide team members, support internal financial reviews, and contribute to the organization's financial sustainability and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify the appropriate chart of accounts and classify financial transactions accurately.
• Prepare monthly journal entries based on bank transactions and supporting documentation.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel pivot tables and spreadsheets to calculate and analyze monthly account balances.
• Maintain and update the general ledger to ensure accurate financial records.
• Prepare quarterly financial statements and supporting financial reports.
• Coordinate the preparation of annual departmental and organizational budgets.
• Conduct quarterly financial statement reviews in collaboration with the Director of Self-Governance & Compliance.
• Monitor financial data, identify discrepancies, and support accurate and transparent financial reporting.
• Research and assign at least two grant opportunities weekly to team members.
• Assist with preparing and submitting at least two grant applications weekly.
• Research and maintain a list of angel investors and venture capital firms, including contact information and official websites.
• Conduct outreach to at least ten potential investors weekly to explore funding opportunities for AIMEE.
• Contact finance and accounting professionals through email and LinkedIn to identify a senior advisor for the team.
• Track outreach activities, response rates, and other key performance indicators (KPIs) using Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Host weekly Finance & Accounting team meetings to review progress, assign tasks, and address challenges.
• Coordinate the onboarding and offboarding of team members and provide guidance and training to new interns.
• Collaborate with organizational leadership to support financial planning, fundraising, and operational goals.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university or a recent graduate with a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and budgeting.
• Familiarity with journal entries, general ledgers, account reconciliation, and financial statements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Google Workspace.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead a team, delegate responsibilities, and collaborate with colleagues in a remote environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Interest in nonprofit financial management, grant research, and fundraising is preferred.

Benefits

• Earn a certificate of completion, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Gain practical experience in financial management, accounting, and budgeting.
• Work with mentors and organizational leadership.
• Develop leadership, team coordination, and project management skills.
• Gain exposure to grant research, investor outreach, and fundraising initiatives.
• Build professional networks with finance and accounting professionals.
• Explore opportunities to contribute to organizational planning and financial strategy.

Note: This is a part-time, unpaid volunteer internship. Responsibilities, financial access, and approval authority will be defined in accordance with organizational policies and internal controls.