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The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a "contract" between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.
| Job Title: |
Summer Intern, Debt and Treasury Management |
Job Code: |
A0090 |
| Supervises Directly: |
No |
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| New or Revised: |
New |
Regular or At-Will: |
At-Will |
| Date Last Revised: |
12/2/2024 |
Exempt or Non-Exempt: |
Non-Exempt |
| Compensation Approval Signature: |
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Union/ Non-Union: |
Non-Union |
| Department Name and Division: |
Finance-Debt and Treasury Management, Finance, Procurement, and Compliance |
Salary Schedule: |
Intern |
| Cost Center Code: |
300006 |
Grade: |
Intern |
| Essential Position: |
No |
Reports To: |
Manager, Treasury and Debt |
| EEO Code: |
Administrative Support |
Work Format |
Hybrid |
At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day-exceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.
The Debt and Treasury Management team is seeking a motivated Finance Intern to join our team and assist in various financial activities within the organization. The intern will gain hands-on experience while supporting the finance team in tasks related to payment channels, bank reconciliations, investment reports, and more. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in finance to learn and develop practical skills, while contributing to key financial functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and an interest in gaining insight into different financial areas.
| Essential Duties & Responsibilities: |
As a summer Intern, we will provide you with:
- A real-world experience on exciting projects
- Connections with recent college graduates and our company leaders
- Performance of assignments under the direct supervision of a department lead
- Performance of other work-related duties as needed
Your essential functions include, but are not limited to:
- Understand the business and familiarize yourself with over 13 different payment methods used within the organization.
- Gain knowledge of payment data flow from both banking and system perspectives, understanding how transactions move through various systems.
- Perform basic bank reconciliations within the Oracle Cash Management system, ensuring the accuracy of financial records.
- Assist with monthly investment reports provided by the financial advisor, including generating journal entries from the SYMPRO-Investment system (accrued interest, unrealized gains/losses, interest received, and changes in value).
- Familiarize yourself with monthly debt journal entries generated from the SYMPRO-Debt system, supporting the finance team in managing debt-related financial records.
- Support the team in searching for relevant financial data and generating reports as needed.
- Gain an understanding of other functions within the finance department, such as accounting and budgeting, when time allows.
- Assist with other ad-hoc financial tasks and special projects as assigned by the finance team.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Not applicable Key Working Relationships:
The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided. Required Skills & Qualifications
| Required Experience: |
| Basic understanding of financial principles and practices. |
| Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including the use of formulas and basic data analysis. |
| Experience in an academic setting that includes exposure to financial concepts or coursework in finance/accounting. |
| Minimum Education Requirements: |
| Must be currently enrolled fulltime in an undergraduate or graduate program |
| Must have at least 30 credit hours complete |
| Must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average |
| Required Skills: |
| Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial data and reporting. |
| Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data organization, analysis, and report generation. |
| Ability to work independently and collaborate with team members. |
| Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate findings and results. |
| Willingness to learn and develop new skills in the finance field. |
| Required Licenses & Certifications: |
| Not appliable |
| Required Languages: |
| English |
| Physical Requirements: |
| General office conditions |
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
| Preferred Experience: |
| Familiarity with financial systems such as Oracle or SYMPRO, or similar financial management software. |
| Prior internship or part-time experience in finance, accounting, or a related field. |
| Experience with bank reconciliation or generating journal entries is a plus. |
| Preferred Education Requirements: |
| Preferred Majors: Accounting, Finance |
| Preferred Skills: |
| Familiarity with financial systems like Oracle Cash Management or SYMPRO. |
| Knowledge of basic accounting principles, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. |
| Experience with reporting tools and data extraction. |
*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.
| Your Experience at DC Water: |
At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life's most precious resource in the nation's capital.
- Take pride in your work. We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.
- Connect to a strong culture. Everything we do is grounded in our shared values-accountability, trust, teamwork, customer focus, safety, and wellbeing.
- Be your true self. We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity, and we recognize and celebrate employees' individuality and unique contributions.
- Build your skills and career path. We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against "qualified individuals with disabilities". If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email complianceada@dcwater.com.
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DC WATER
Dec 27, 2024