Finance Intern

Job Description

About Company

The job is with Chartwells, specifically the Chartwells Management Finance team in Oxford, OH, which is part of the larger Compass Group. Chartwells focuses on providing services in educational facilities, such as campuses.

Compass Group is committed to creating a workplace where employees are valued and empowered. They offer competitive wages, benefits, and perks like Instapay through the One @Work app. The company emphasizes a culture where careers are filled with purpose, encourage learning and growth, and allow for meaningful impact.

Diversity and Inclusion are core to Compass Group’s values, as they are an equal opportunity employer committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience, without discrimination. Chartwells Higher Ed also maintains a drug-free workplace.

Job Description, Detailed

• Job Title: Finance Intern
• Location: 426 Wells Mill Dr. Chartwells Oxford, OH. Note: Only online applications are accepted.
• Schedule: The schedule will be determined based on the intern’s class schedule and business needs. The position may have unpaid temporary layoffs during academic breaks (e.g., winter and summer) when food service needs decline. However, there is a possibility of year-round work, potentially at different locations, depending on business needs.
• Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour.
• Benefits Eligibility: This is a paid position, but it is not eligible for benefits such as medical, relocation, or housing.
• Application Process: Applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled. Applicants can apply online or by texting JOB to 75000 and searching for requisition ID 1449853. If declined due to the position being filled, applicants may still be considered for future opportunities.

General Description:
The Finance Intern will be a motivated and people-oriented individual working closely with the Chartwells Management Finance team. This internship is designed to be both educational and practical, allowing the intern to apply learned skills in a professional setting. The primary focus areas include Field Accounting, Operations, Budget Management, and Payroll.

Qualifications:
• Must be an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business (specifically accounting or finance majors).
• Prior experience in Finance or software knowledge is a plus, but not required.
• Computer skills including intermediate proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a drive for excellence and high performance.
• Strong desire for continuous learning and process improvements in working with people and technology.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, listening, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• General interest and knowledge (as a broad qualification).

Job Responsibilities (May include any or all):

• Field Accounting Experience:
• Reviewing Contracts for Entry into Database
• Reviewing Charitable Contributions and auditing receipts
• Conducting Payroll Accrual Validations
• Reviewing activity on Closed Cost Centers
• Maintaining Maintenance Requests from field operations
• Conducting Paperwork Audits
• Assisting with Monthly Close
• Operation Experience:
• Assisting with Local New Unit Openings under the Guidance of FA New Business
• Finance Experience:
• Supporting Budget Review and Analysis
• Assisting with Flash Review and Analysis
• Payroll Experience:
• Gaining Knowledge of the Paperwork and Activities of the Team through Filing
• Gaining Knowledge of Document Retention through Scanning
• Processing Payroll Work Orders

Learning Objectives:
• To demonstrate awareness, understanding, and skills necessary to work in a diverse environment.
• To experience opportunities to learn, observe, and practice a variety of experiences in the world of Finance and Accounting.