Accounting Intern

University of New Mexico

Posted 2 months ago

Internship

Albuquerque, New Mexico

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will perform routine accounting operations including journal entries, account reconciliation, and processing cash receipts. They will also assist with financial analysis, data entry into specialized software, and report generation.

Qualifications

You will perform routine accounting operations, including journal entries, cash receipts processing, and account reconciliation. You should have basic knowledge of accounting principles and be comfortable with computer programs like Microsoft Office, with coursework in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Banner

Hyperion

Microsoft Office

Job Description

Requisition IDreq36480 Working TitleAccounting Intern Pay$13.50 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentProvost Office Staff (688A) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeStudent Employment StatusNon-Exempt Background Check Required For Best Consideration Date5/15/2026 Position Summary

Performs a variety of routine day-to-day operations related to ledger entries, account reconciliation, and other accounting and office duties.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Journal entry preparation and entry.

2. Processing and batching high volume of cash receipts and bank deposits.

3. Enters cash transactions in ledger and reconciles cash reports.

4. Preparation of spreadsheets for financial analysis.

5. Data entry into Banner and nonprofit ledger software.

6. Running Queries for reports.

7. Printing Hyperion reports and querying Banner.

8. Ensures strict confidentiality of financial records, in compliance with federal and state patient privacy legislation.

9. Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.

10. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications

- Freshman/Sophomore students preferred 

- Current UNM student enrolled for a minimum of 6 credit hours

- Major or coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

- Basic understanding of accounting/financial principles

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Clear and friendly communication skills

- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

- Willingness to take initiative and help problem-solve when needed

- Comfort with basic computer programs (Microsoft Office, email, etc.)

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please attach your resume.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

University of New Mexico

As the only academic health center in the state, UNM HSC combines its three mission areas - education, research and patient care - to provide New Mexicans with the highest level of health care. UNM HSC was established in 1994 and is located on the University of New Mexico campus in Albuquerque, New Mexico. UNM HSC is made up of the following academic and clinical entities: * School of Medicine * College of Nursing * College of Pharmacy * College of Population Health * Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center * Clinical & Translational Science Center (CTSC) * UNM Hospitals (New Mexico's only Level I Trauma Center) * UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center * UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center
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