About the role#
The CFO Services intern supports the financial operations of the Great Lakes Water Authority. You will gain hands-on experience by assisting with daily accounting tasks, financial projects, and month-end processes.
What you'll do#
- Assist with financial system improvements, data analysis, and document archiving.
- Help the team with month-end and year-end close processes.
- Support daily operations like invoicing, accounts receivable, and cash receipt application.
- Prepare draft reports and communications for the department.
- Participate in team and group meetings to learn about organizational operations.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited associate, bachelor, or master degree program in a related field, with Accounting majors preferred.
- Standing as at least a rising sophomore in good standing.
- Completed introductory coursework in financial and managerial accounting.
- Familiarity with basic accounting principles and financial statement components.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, specifically with formulas, sorting, filtering, and data analysis.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to commit to at least 20 hours per week for a minimum of two months.
Location & details#
- Location: Detroit, Michigan.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time, paid internship.
- This position is eligible to participate in the 457 Retirement Plan.
About Great Lakes Water Authority
The Great Lakes Water Authority is a regional water and sewer utility based in Detroit, Michigan. Founded in 2016, the organization manages water and wastewater services for 126 municipalities across seven counties. It serves approximately 3.9 million customers, representing nearly 40 percent of Michigan water users. The authority operates through a regional collaboration between the City of Detroit and surrounding counties to maintain infrastructure and environmental compliance.
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