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Accounting Intern: Year-round

Sacramento Municipal Utility District
United States, California, Sacramento
Jun 06, 2025
Apply now Title: Accounting Intern: Year-round Department: Financial & External Reporting Location: Sacramento, CA, US, 95817-1899 Category: Student Apply by Date: 06/20/2025 Hourly Minimum Pay Rate: $19.14/hour Hourly Maximum Pay Rate: $23.32/hour SMUD is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Accounting Intern to join our team in supporting the implementation of SAP S4/Hana for finance. This unique opportunity will allow you to dive into the intricacies of financial data analysis, with a primary focus on fixed assets and various other finance-related areas. Our ideal intern is a proactive learner who thrives in both remote and in-person work environments, demonstrating a strong commitment to precision and analytical thinking. By joining us at SMUD, you will gain valuable insights and practical skills in financial systems while contributing to the successful deployment of cutting-edge technology that will shape the future of our finance operations. If you're eager to learn and excited about making an impact in the community, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic team! About SMUD's College Internship Program SMUD's College Internship Program provides college interns with an opportunity to contribute their skills and knowledge to SMUD while gaining valuable work experience. Workshops and activities will also be part of the program where interns will have the opportunity to be immersed in SMUD's culture and learn leadership skills as well as develop their professional skills. SMUD was also recognized by Interns 2 Pros for the 2020 Internship Program of The Year Award in recognition of excellence in internship strategy, implementation, and impact and was one of five finalists for the 2023 Internship Program of the Year from Interns 2 Pros along with Paramount, Fox Corporation, Intuit, and Toyota. Purpose Under staff direction, incumbents in this classification are full-time students who perform research and analytical tasks for projects and assignments that utilize specific and acquired academic skills and knowledge in non-engineering subjects and disciplines. Nature and Scope The work performed in this classification calls for regular application of analytical and independent research skills. This work is distinguished from students engaged in repetitive and easily learned tasks who are employed in the Office Assistant (clerical/technical) classification. Incumbents in the Engineering Student Assistant classification perform at a similar level but are restricted to students majoring in an Engineering curriculum and performing tasks that employ acquired mathematical and science knowledge. Duties and Responsibilities Performs tasks of an analytical or research nature for suitable projects or ongoing assignments which call for specific acquired academic skills and knowledge. May locate sources of information; collects and organizes data. Makes computations and analyzes data for degree of confidence and for alternative courses of action. May develop computer programs relating to assignments and may code material for established programs. May develop written, graphic and/or oral reports. May assist staff analysts and technical personnel by performing elements of their work under close supervision. Required Education Registration as a full-time student (minimum of 12 units) at a resident academic institution in a declared curriculum that will provide the specific skills and knowledge that will contribute to available work assignments. Desirable Qualifications Majoring in Accounting Junior or Senior standing preferred Coursework in Intermediate Accounting I or II Experience with Excel SAP knowledge Attention to detail Ability to work independently Problem solving skills Good communication skills in person and in a remote setting Physical Requirements Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation. Application Deadline: It is guaranteed that the online system will accept applications until 5 PM on the apply by date. It is highly encouraged that applications are submitted well before the due date and time mentioned to make sure that it is submitted successfully. Official SMUD Title:Student Staff Assistant Students must be able to commute to the SMUD Offices in Sacramento, CA when requested to come in. To have a student position at SMUD, you must not have any relatives working at SMUD. Currently, SMUD is not hiring candidates for its student internship positions who require sponsorship from an employer either now or in the future. Such sponsorship is not needed for citizens, a U.S. National, a permanent resident, or one granted refuge or asylum status by the U.S. government. Visa holders typically require sponsorship in one form or another at some point in time. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) are a part of who we are and how we do things. Supporting efforts that promote pay equality is part of that. Salary placement for the selected candidate will be determined in alignment with the California Equal Pay Act or the applicable MOU. Determination for salary placement of internal candidates will be made without respect to current classification or compensation, and will be based upon the candidate's qualifications as compared to those performing substantially similar work. In the event there is a guaranteed pay progression outlined in an applicable MOU, the MOU takes precedence. SMUD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SMUD complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. SMUD expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SMUD employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Req ID: 2249 Apply now