Organization Description

Hmong American Partnership (HAP) is a social service and community development organization whose mission is to empower the community to embrace the strengths of our cultures while achieving our potential. HAP accomplishes its mission by:

• Improving the lives of individuals and families in our diverse communities by providing culturally sensitive social services.
• Strengthening neighborhoods by providing housing, community, and economic development opportunities.
• Promoting the rich heritage of our ethnic communities.

HAP’s vision is to reach out to the world with profound social, economic, and educational transformation.

Primary Function of the Position

The Finance and Accounting Intern will support the Finance team with general accounting processes such as the cash and accounts payable processes. This role offers hands-on exposure to grant accounting, fund tracking, and financial stewardship in a mission-driven organization. Must be a Ramsey County resident.

Position Responsibilities

• Record cash receipts on a weekly basis
• Prepare cash reconciliations at month end
• Assist with vendor invoice processing on a weekly basis.
• Assist with cost allocation preparation at month end.
• Record general journal entries as assigned by Finance Team members.
• Perform other special projects as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles; interest in nonprofit and grant accounting preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to track expenses per funding stream
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting or grants management software a plus
• Ability to manage confidential financial data with integrity
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Coursework or experience related to nonprofit accounting or grants management
• Familiarity with restricted funds, cost allocation, and compliance requirements
• Interest in working with government/private grants and complex reporting structure

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Experience working in diverse or immigrant/refugee communities preferred.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience with grant accounting and       compliance
• Exposure to government and private grant reporting requirements
• Understanding of internal controls and audit processes in grant-funded organizations
• Mentorship from experienced nonprofit finance professionals

Essential Functions

The following position requirements are representative of those that will be encountered while performing the responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, phone, and keyboard.

·    Must be able to remain in a stationary position for sustained periods of time in an indoor setting

·    Ability to tolerate moderate noise levels (i.e. shared open office space with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).

·    Must have the ability to move about the office to access files and office equipment.

·    Must have access to reliable transportation for occasional travel for meetings at other HAP office locations, events, and off-site meetings.

·    Occasional moving or lifting up to 20 pounds in general and in emergency situations may lift children up to 60 pounds.

·    Able to focus on data, analyze the information, and draw conclusions.

·    Frequent interactions with coworkers and participants require the ability to communicate effectively.

·    Frequent communication via email requires the ability to fluently read and write in English.

 HAP is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Our organization will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership, or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance.

Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation should contact us at [email protected].