Salary Grade: 1

Pima County’s Department of Finance and Risk Management is seeking a dynamic, motivated intern to join our Financial Control and Reporting Division. This position is primarily responsible for preparing journal entries for interdepartmental charges, preparing monthly financial statements according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and performing analyses on the financial statements to ensure accuracy. The position also helps prepare year-end financial reports for inclusion in the County’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. If you are looking to develop your skills and gain valuable experience while working in a team-oriented environment, this may be the perfect opportunity for you. This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.  
Note: Internship position is in-person and in-office.(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)
 
Positions within this classification will perform a variety of administrative, operational or technical tasks as assigned by the department.
 
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
 
Knowledge of:

• functions and tasks relating to the area of assignment.

Skill in:

• performing the functions and tasks relating to the area of assignment.

Recently graduated or is currently a Junior or Senior at an accredited college or university with a major in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field. 

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Selection Procedure: 

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Licenses and Certificates: Some positions may require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.
 
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.  
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.