Intern – Finance – Department of the Comptroller / Accounting

Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • TEMPORARY

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
225 N Center Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-2129

Contact Name: Suzanne Schreuer
Title: Administrative Technician
Email: sschreuer@carrollcountymd.gov
Website: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/

Job Description

Finance Intern
Information
Pay Range (Grade): $15.00 (Y000)
Other Compensation Offered: Overtime
Employment Type: Internship, 40 hours per week
Organization: Comptroller – Administration
Location: County Office Building
Reports to: Comptroller
Classification: Non-Exempt (42008)
Who We Are
At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.
What You Will Do
As a Finance Intern, you will support various activities of the Department of the Comptroller, including performing calculations, reviewing documents for accuracy, and entering information into the financial management system. We are looking for a detail-oriented individual who is interested in learning about county government.
Essential Duties
• Assist with audit, including preparing year-end financial statement schedules and worksheets.
• Assist with Accounts Payable processing and vendor files.
• Assist with financial system training materials and implementation for system users.
• Review budget for accuracy. Assist with uploading into financial management system.
• Assist with reconciling bank statements, ledgers, reports, financial records, revenues, expenditures, and preparation of adjusting entries.
• Prepare and enter journal entries in the financial management system to close out completed capital projects.
• Perform recordation tax collection reconciliation. Calculate various tax credits.
• Post tax and utility bill payments to collection system.
• Assist with calculating payroll accruals.
• Provide assistance with various activities of the Department of the Comptroller.
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and a willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.
How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite (Introductory)
• Financial Software (Introductory)
• Information Gathering and Processing (Introductory)
• Microsoft Excel (Introductory)
• Bookkeeping (Introductory)
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) (Introductory)
Your Strengths
• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Attention to Detail
• Digital Literacy
• Professionalism
• Accounting and Reporting
• Processing and Recording Financial Transactions
• Continuous Learning
• Reconciliation and Analysis
You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
• Current college student majoring in accounting or finance
Additional Information
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• This internship is a summer placement, which will run from May to August, or as agreed upon by the manager and intern.
Why You Will Love Working Here
Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)
Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources (410-386-2129) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.
Questions or need assistance? Please contact us at careers@carrollcountymd.gov, via telephone at 410-386-2129 or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.

Job Requirements

You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
• Current college student majoring in accounting or finance
Additional Information
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• This internship is a summer placement, which will run from May to August, or as agreed upon by the manager and intern.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, H.S. Diploma/GED

Wages per hour: $15.00 per hour
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: NO

Days of Work:
MONDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  TUESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  WEDNESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  THURSDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  FRIDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Shift:

How to Apply: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 05/26/2027