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Accounting Intern

California Institute of Technology
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, California, Pasadena
May 17, 2025
Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary As an accounting intern in the Controller's Office at Caltech you will work with various areas of the Controller's Office supporting special projects, as well as performing regular daily activities. These areas may include reporting, project management, process mapping and other workflow documentation, and standardizing forms and templates. The program intends intent of the program is to allow the intern to gain a practical understanding of the regular operations of the function, while providing a temporary resource to further progress on active projects. Essential Job Duties Assist the team in documenting process maps, workflows, and narratives. Identify areas that can be streamlined and make recommendations for improvements as needed. Assist the team in reviewing current procedure and policy documentation, making detail-oriented necessary updates, and populating a central repository of such information. Assist the team in obtaining, analyzing, and reporting on tax, financial, and governance information of affiliates. Assist the team with petty cash audits. Assist the team with an internal audit of endowed funds. Research and review for the appropriate recording of the funds, and in tracking related restrictions. Work with Caltech staff to locate additional support, recommend necessary corrections, record the corrections, and document the results. Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis. Assist the accounting team in tracking and managing fixed assets. Perform other related duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications Ability to adapt behavior and approach to different people and situations, including working well independently and with teams. Maturity, self-confidence, and tactful assertiveness. Must be currently pursuing a BA/BS with an interest in business. Excellent organization, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work with a high degree of detail, and work with different supervisors to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines. Detail-oriented and thorough worker. Required Documents Resume Hiring Range $21.50 - $22.00 Per Hour The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our benefits and staff perks. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. To read more Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf. Disability Accommodations If you would like to request an accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Caltech Recruiting at employment@caltech.edu.