Finance Intern

FINANCE INTERN

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO FILL ONE (1) PART-TIME VACANCY IN THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT AND ESTABLISH AN ELIBILITY LIST THAT MAY BE USED TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES.

The examination process consists of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to provide as much detailed and relevant work experience as possible. Only applicants whose qualifications best meet the City's needs will be invited to continue in the selection process. 

THE POSITION
The City of Baldwin Park is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented individual to join our Finance Department as a part-time Intern. This opportunity offers valuable hands-on experience in municipal finance, accounting, and administrative operations while supporting the department's day-to-day functions.

Under direct supervision, the Finance Intern will perform a variety of administrative and clerical duties, including data entry; verification of statistical and financial information; preparation of reports, correspondence, accounting forms, and other departmental materials; maintenance and organization of records; filing and sorting documents; sorting and distributing mail; and providing general administrative support for departmental operations. Additional responsibilities include answering telephone calls, relaying messages, greeting and assisting visitors, responding to public inquiries, and performing other related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND HOURS
This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, twist, stoop, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.

This is a non-benefited, at-will, part-time position. Work schedules will be assigned at the discretion of the Finance Department based on operational needs. Candidates must be available to work assigned shifts, which may include mornings, afternoons, and/or evenings, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Employees may work up to 20 hours per week, not to exceed 960 total hours per fiscal year.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES 

• Possess strong quantitative, analytical, problem-solving and conceptual skills.
• Apply proficient computer skills and knowledge to support a wide range of statistical and accounting related functions.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel (advance knowledge highly desirable).
• Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instruction; Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and able to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to multi-task, be detail oriented, effectively prioritize, have strong organizational skills and be flexible and easily adapt to frequent changing priorities.
• Utilize excellent customer service skills to perform the usual receptionist duties such as answer phones, greet and assist customers, and relay messages.
• Respond to questions from internal and external customers in a timely, courteous, professional and confidential manner.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be currently enrolled in or have graduated from an accredited college and/or university with a finance, accounting, business administration major or closely related field. Applicants MUST submit proof of current enrollment or a copy of their degree.
• One (1) year of increasingly responsible general or accounting clerical experience. 
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of submitting employment application.
• Experience working in the public sector is highly desirable.

Applications must be submitted online. Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicants must be specific in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Copies of the required certifications must be submitted with the application. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuing in the recruitment process. The selection process may include a written examination, a panel interview and other testing processes designated to predict successful job performance. It is the applicant's responsibility to notify Human Resources of any changes to their contact information. 

THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Baldwin Park is committed to promoting equal employment opportunity to all without regard to political affiliation or opinion, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, marital status, disability, medical condition, gender, pregnancy, or pregnancy related condition. Please note: If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract for employment. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The City of Baldwin Park is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted.
 
LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work. The City is legally prohibited from employing anyone who cannot provide such verification or documentation.
   

PROVISIONS

The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Baldwin Park utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.

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