FME Auditing & Accounting Mentor

Undergraduate Experiential Learning & Academic Excellence

TITLE                                          FME Auditing & Accounting Mentor

DEPARTMENT                           Undergraduate Experiential Learning & Academic Excellence

REPORTS TO                             Adam Philogene,

aphilogene1@babson.edu

CONTRACT PERIOD                 October 2026 – May 2027

PAY RATE                   $15 USD per hour; this is a paid student employment position for the Fall and Spring semesters. On average, Auditing & Accounting Mentors will work 6-10 hours per week. 

THE OPPORTUNITY

FME Auditing & Accounting Mentors are assigned to FME sections and serve as a resource for accounting-related FME questions. FME Auditing & Accounting Mentors will also assist with FME Business & Banking Hours in the Undergraduate Experiential Learning & Academic Excellence office by collecting checking deposits and answering venture finance questions.  

The mentors will work set hours with Undergraduate Experiential Learning each week during the Spring semester and meet the FME teams in their sections. FME Auditing & Accounting Mentors work with FME ventures to review inventory tracking systems, examine financial records, and answer questions about accounting and sales tax. They also help FME ventures complete monthly sales tax reports and a final audit at the end of the FME course. Mentors will also assist ventures in preparing and closing their financials during Close of Business in mid-April. 

KEY RESPONBILITIES

Remain in good standing with the College through the selection, training, and contract periods 

Exemplify professionalism in the classroom and role model student behavior in both conduct and communication 

Have timely communication with Undergraduate Experiential Learning team, FME Faculty, and students 

Attend and be engaged for trainings and meetings pertaining to the FME Auditing & Accounting Mentor position 

Establish relationships with Undergraduate Experiential Learning staff, FME Mentors, and FME students 

Assist with FME Banking & Business hours by collecting deposits and answering venture financial questions 

Meet with ventures for a bi-weekly (every 2 weeks) check-in after the Launch period 

Collaborate with FME Mentors as needed to ensure students are comfortable with their deliverables 

Keep professional intrapersonal relationships and not be romantically involved with any students in assigned section 

YOUR TEAM WILL INCLUDE

For training, support, and guidance in completing the position of responsibilities, FME Auditing & Accounting Mentors report to Undergraduate Experiential Learning & Academic Excellence. 

WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED

Ability to create an environment where direct reports have the freedom and security to take initiative; deal with complexities with resilience, resourcefulness, and optimism; and appreciate open mindedness, creativity, and agility in thought and tactics.

Ability to embrace ideas and changes created by all community members.  

Ability to work independently to solve problems; look for opportunities to take on responsibility; take thoughtful risks; and effectively act on new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.

Ability to anticipate and effectively handle change; demonstrate willingness to try new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.

Must have strong computer skills including proficiency in Google Drive/Docs and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook/Calendar).

HOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORK

In-Person: Hollister 207 (During Business & Banking Hours)

Remote: For students who are unable to meet during Business & Banking Hours

Business & Banking Hours: Hollister 207

Monday–Friday: 9:30 AM–11:30 AM and 1:30 PM–3:30 PM

ADDITIONAL SKILLS YOU MAY HAVE

• Must have cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher at time of applying and throughout employment 

• Successful completion of the FME course, Intro to Accounting, and/or Intro to Finance courses 

• Basic knowledge in Excel or other spreadsheet platforms 

• Familiarity with FME course tools including but not limited to: Canvas, Qualtrics, Undergraduate Experiential Learning resources and processes 

• Ability to provide appropriate guidance to their peers through active listening and open-ended questioning 

• Ability to direct students to different campus services as needed (Math, Writing and Speech Resource Centers, Peer Tutoring, Health Services, CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services), etc.) 

 
You will need an SSN (Social Security Number) for this job and any other job on campus. To initiate the SSN process, click the blue box on this link.