Summer Intern - Accounting (Hybrid)

Join Martin's Point Health Care - an innovative, not-for-profit health care organization offering care and coverage to the people of Maine and beyond. As a joined force of "people caring for people," Martin's Point employees are on a mission to transform our health care system while creating a healthier community. Martin's Point employees enjoy an organizational culture of trust and respect, where our values - taking care of ourselves and others, continuous learning, helping each other, and having fun - are brought to life every day. Join us and find out for yourself why Martin's Point has been certified as a "Great Place to Work" since 2015.
Position Summary
Looking for a great Summer Internship experience? Here's your chance to gain valuable work experience with a leading health care provider.
This internship will begin on 5/28/24 and the duration of the internship program is 12 weeks. Please note that this is a hybrid working arrangement; some work will be done in our Portland offices and some remotely. Interns must live in Maine throughout the 12-week program. The pay rate is $20/hr.
The primary focus of this internship is to work on projects related to the following:
Unclaimed property under Accountant's supervision:
• Compile, reconcile, and maintain spreadsheets for unclaimed property item due for submission during the current fiscal year
• Help prepare letters to vendors/providers with unclaimed property (MS Excel spreadsheet maintenance and mail-merge in MS Word)
• Manage the inbox for unclaimed property and escalate questions as needed
• Research discrepancies using Sage, check registers, and bank data as needed
Vendor maintenance under Senior Accounts Payable Specialist supervision:
• Reconcile vendor data in Excel spreadsheets
• Update vendor data for 1099's in Sage
Check handling under Accountant's supervision (support for accounting assistants):
• Preparing PDFs for checks printing according to the instructions
• Matching checks with remittances and stuffing them into envelopes
• Performing control procedures to ensure accuracy
• Present project updates to Accounting team regularly
Job Description
Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Currently enrolled in two or four-year degree program, with a focus on Accounting, Finance, Business or a related major preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel or strong willingness to learn
• Experience working in an administrative and/or customer service oriented environment preferred

Skills/Knowledge/Competencies (Behaviors):

• Demonstrates an understanding of and alignment with Martin's Point Values.
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information in a discreet and professional manner
• Ability to take direction from multiple individuals and prioritize tasks appropriately to meet deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate with team members and all internal departments
• Ability to be a consistent and positive member of a team with dedication to the success of the great team and organization
• Ability to function independently (good sense of judgment)
• Ability to provide the highest level of customer service both to internal and external customers
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must exhibit all MPHC Culture and Values as well as core competencies

• For more information about Martin's Point Health Care, please visit
  https://martinspoint.org/meet-martins-point/about-martins-point
  And to see how we are supporting health in our communities, please check out our videos at
  https://vimeo.com/showcase/6578905

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Do you have a question about careers at Martin's Point Health Care? Contact us at: jobinquiries@martinspoint.org