Intern (Accounting)

Intern (Accounting)

Salary

$12.00 - $15.00 Hourly

Location

Sunny Isles Beach, FL

Job Type

Part-time; Temporary(Not to exceed six (6) months)

Job Number

2026-205

Department

Finance

Opening Date

11/10/2026

Closing Date

12/10/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
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Description

Position Summary:

Interns will gain experience working in municipal government, including working with managers, division directors and other staff on a regular basis.

Position Scope:

Internships are designed to provide interns with hands-on experience in local government, including research experience and assisting with project development within the designated departments. Interns will also gain valuable experience working in a professional office environment.

Illustrative Examples of Essential Duties

Interns will perform tasks as assigned by Department Director or supervisor, including but not limited to:

• Interns assigned to the Finance Department will have the opportunity to develop government accounting and finance experience through assisting with routine daily/weekly/monthly departmental tasks including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, fixed assets, payroll, and purchasing; assisting with preparation of the Citys financial reports, reconciliations, analysis, annual budget and year end audit.
• Assisting in research and the preparation of various reports and working papers and performing a variety of analytical work and/or reconciliation of detail transactions as assigned by supervisor or Department Director.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to show relevant course work in accounting.
• Ability to analyze detail transactions and learn reconciliation processes.
• Ability to conduct research and prepare clear and concise reports and analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to communicate in a professional, friendly and tactful manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, government officials, representatives of other agencies, and the general public.
• Knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to pay close attention to details.

Minimum Requirements

Required Education & Experience:

• Must currently be enrolled in a post-secondary institution to obtain an academic degree preferably in Accounting.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• The essential job functions of this position will require the employee to perform the following physical activities. Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis:

Individuals sensory modalities (vision and hearing) and physical capabilities (ambulation, strength, coordination, dexterity, range of motion) must be sufficient to perform the Essential Duties of the position.

No city paid benefits with the exception of those required by law.

01

Describe your highest level of education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Currently enrolled in College/Post-Secondary Education
• Some College (not currently enrolled)
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Currently enrolled in Graduate School
• Masters Degree or Higher

02

What is your program area of study?

03

What made you choose to apply for an internship in public service?

04

If selected for this position, what do you hope to gain from this experience?

05

Are you currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution to obtain an academic degree, preferably in Accounting?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Sunny Isles Beach

Address 18070 Collins Avenue

Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, 33160

Phone 305-792-1745

305-792-1708

Website http://www.sibfl.net