Accounting Intern

Accounting Intern 

Position Type: Temporary Internship | Non-Exempt 

Location: Minneapolis, MN  

Introduction 

MMLA is seeking a dedicated individual to be part of our dynamic team. If you're ready to contribute your skills and compassion to meaningful work, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity. 

The Accounting Intern will play a crucial role in supporting our grant accounting processes while gaining practical experience in a nonprofit legal environment. This position offers an opportunity to develop accounting and financial analysis skills while contributing to our mission of equal justice for all.  

The successful candidate will work fully in the office during the training period to ensure comprehensive onboarding and integration into our processes. Upon completion of training, a hybrid work model may be offered, allowing for a mix of in-office and remote work. 

What's in it for you? 

• MMLA provides on-the-job training and mentorship, with opportunities for growth within the organization. 

• Gain hands-on experience with grant accounting, nonprofit financial management, and financial reporting. 

• Develop practical skills in accounting systems, financial analysis, reconciliations, and compliance monitoring. 

• Flexible scheduling between 10 and 20 hours per week.  

Why MMLA? 

• We're not just ticking boxes. We're genuinely committed to diversity. Bring your unique identity, experiences, and perspectives. We want them all! 

• Our mission? Equal justice for all. In your application materials, tell us how your background can amplify this cause. 

• Discrimination and harassment have no place here. We're building a respectful, supportive workplace where everyone thrives. 

• Diversity, equity and inclusion are core values for Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid, and it is critical that we incorporate these values into all aspects of our work. We recognize the particular and highly detrimental impact of racism and of Minnesota's racial disparities on MMLA's clients and staff. We therefore devote special attention to issues of racial justice. 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Assist in managing financial transactions related to grants. 

• Track grant funds, expenditures, and compliance with grant requirements. 

• Identify, investigate, and resolve financial discrepancies. 

• Prepare financial reports for grantors and internal stakeholders. 

• Collaborate with program managers to ensure accurate allocation of grant funds. 

• Process accounts payable invoices. 

• Assist with account reconciliations and discrepancy resolution. 

• Analyze financial data to support organizational decision-making. 

• Adapt to a hybrid work environment with both remote and in-office responsibilities.  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics 

Knowledge 

• Basic accounting principles and financial recordkeeping. 

• Understanding of financial reporting and reconciliation processes. 

• Interest in grant accounting and nonprofit financial management. 

Skills 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). 

• Ability to accurately enter and manage financial data. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

Abilities 

• Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies. 

• Ability to analyze financial information and support decision-making. 

• Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and attention to detail. 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment. 

Other Characteristics 

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. 

• Commitment to social justice and MMLA's mission. 

• Adaptability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.  

Required Qualifications 

• Current enrollment in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related undergraduate or graduate program. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). 

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. 

• Excellent communication skills. 

• Passion for social justice and commitment to MMLA's mission. 

• Dedication to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles.  

Preferred Qualifications 

• Completed coursework in accounting, finance, auditing, or nonprofit management. 

• Experience using accounting software or financial management systems. 

• Experience working with spreadsheets and financial reporting. 

• Prior internship, volunteer, or work experience involving financial recordkeeping. 

• Work, volunteer, or lived experience with diverse economic, social, rural, and/or cultural communities. 

Compensation Information 

• $23.00 per hour. Duration is anticipated to be 3 to 12 months, with flexible scheduling between 10 and 20 hours per week.  

• Salary Determination: Compensation is established for this internship position and is not subject to the organizational salary matrix. 

• Language Proficiency Credit: Not applicable. 

• Language Requirement: Not applicable. 

Application Submission 

Interested candidates should submit a resume and references at https://mylegalaid.org/employment. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

If the above link directed you to our Career Page and you do not see the correct posting, we have paused or ended the application submission window. 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in our employee selection process, please contact Megan Cook at [email protected]. 

Please direct all other inquiries to [email protected]. 

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity employer. The terms and conditions of employment, including wages, benefits, and job security, may vary based on union status. Positions within our organization may be governed by collective bargaining agreements and union representation, while others are not.