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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a part-time FAU Foundation Accounting Intern in Boca Raton, FL.

The FAU Foundation Accounting Intern requires strong Excel skills and is detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality to support project activities. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and handle a variety of account reconciliations and financial tasks with minimal supervision.

Summary of Responsibilities includes:

• Research, review, and summarize contracts and agreements.
• Update ERP system with pertinent data.
• Assist with the digitization of legacy documentation.
• Open mail and prepare cash receipts log, as needed.
• Assist with asset inventory.
• Review and verify financial data for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with resolving discrepancies and following up on outstanding items.
• Maintain organized records of all work in accordance with internal controls.
• Communicate with other departments as needed to gather data and clarify financial information.

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Minimum Qualifications:

Degree-seeking graduate student with a minimum of five credit hours (or nine if international) and a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience.

Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP,
and advanced formulas).

High attention to detail, accuracy, and time management.

Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.

Understanding of accounting principles and reconciliation processes preferred.

Salary:

$20.00 per hour.

This part-time student role does not qualify for tuition waiver benefits.

College or Department:

IA: FAU Foundation Relations

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Flexible within standard business hours of 8 am - 5 pm (10-15 hours per week).

This is a time-limited position (4-5 months).

Application Deadline:

2026-03-09

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This is a part-time position.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, and alcohol and drug screening checks.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email to accomodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.