Accounting Intern (Paid

and the job listing Expires on September 6, 2026

10-16 hours per week; schedule is flexible and open for possible continuation during the Spring semester. Internship opportunity can be extended beyond the current semester and has the potential to lead to full-time employment. This is a paid internship.

Director of Finance

Position is ideal for a student who is pursuing a BS in Accounting to gain a broad range of practical work experience. The agency has partnered with local universities for over 15 years and has helped candidates successfully develop and further their professional careers. College course credit may be available for the internship experience. Our offices are conveniently located close to both East Tennessee State University and Milligan University.

This position includes general accounting functions of the Agency as may be required by federal, state, and local authorities: e.g., accounts payable, inventory control, preparing spreadsheets, and financial reports. This position is also responsible for providing financial information to management for planning and decision-making by studying past, present, and anticipated financial conditions. Serves as backup for daily money receipts.

• Prepare vouchers - checking receipts for accuracy, maintaining files for revolving charges such as rent and garnishments. Properly allocate and split expenses, check all expenses for non-compliance, and verify signatures.
• Assign and track Purchase Orders.
• Assist periodically with bank reconciliations and journal entries for major programs of the agency.
• Enter and post Foster Grandparent vouchers to the general ledger, maintain a current database containing all Foster Grandparent clients’ names and addresses, print reimbursement checks and all backup and ledger reports.
• Prepare vouchers for cost reporting of fringe benefits, TCRS reports, and insurance reports.
• Regular attendance is a primary and essential job function.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Abides by FTHRA’s Personnel Rules and Regulations as may be amended from time to time.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive. Incumbent is responsible for other duties as assigned by management.

Incumbent must have knowledge of accounting theories and practices. Experience in governmental accounting is a plus. Must possess knowledge of personal computers and accounting systems. Working toward completion of at least 2 years of college or an Associate’s degree required. Degree in accounting, financial planning, or related field from an accredited college is preferred.

First Tennessee Human Resource Agency (FTHRA) is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic(s) protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities (EOE M/F/V/D/DFWP)

All applicants are drug screened upon being made a contingent offer of employment. All employees are subject to random drug screens.

NOTICE:
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.