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19 Apr 2022

Internship Nonprofit Finance Internship, Summer 2022

Fuel Relief Fund – Posted by Fuel Relief Fund –  United States

Job Description

Job Description 

Fuel Relief Fund (FRF) is the world’s only charitable organization focused exclusively on addressing fuel supply challenges in major disasters. By providing free fuel to affected communities and the aid agencies that support them, we empower disaster survivors to meet basic food and shelter needs and enable life-saving humanitarian activities. To date, FRF has deployed to large-scale disasters in the continental US, Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, Ecuador, Nepal, the Philippines, Japan, Turkey, Mozambique, and Haiti and has served in a support and advisory capacity in many other complex emergency contexts around the globe. Our success in the field has opened doors to impactful private and public-sector partnerships, as well as international partnerships with United Nations agencies and other humanitarian actors. 

FRF has recently made significant changes to our financial and accounting systems in an effort to streamline and simplify processes and improve overall financial management. We are looking for a Finance Intern interested in coming in on the “ground floor” and helping our org to develop a wide range of financial best practices. FRF is a small organization so you will have the opportunity to work on many different kinds of projects and gain experience supporting the financial operations of a reputable, international nonprofit organization. 

This internship will be conducted entirely remotely. You will report directly to the Executive Director, based on the East Coast. Internship hours, as well as end dates, are flexible, but we do expect a 3-month minimum commitment. Please let us know if you are eligible to receive academic credit. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Previous finance and/or accounting college-level coursework 
  • Knowledge of the basic principles and practices of accounting and financial analysis 
  • Experience using QuickBooks or other similar accounting software 
  • Previous internship or related experience in finance, accounting, business administration and/or nonprofit management preferred 
  • Demonstrated interest in corporate finance and financial technology and systems 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Tasks and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

  • Research best practices for financial record keeping and contribute to the development of FRF’s Accounting SOPs 
  • Support the creation and implementation of new accounting systems and procedures 
  • Work with general ledger accounts and perform reconcilement of banking activities 
  • Create and analyze project and operational budgets 
  • Guide FRF in meeting compliance requirements and help prepare for an independent audit 
  • Assist with data entry/database management 

 

This is a hands-on position with a dynamic, passionate organization. We would like to find someone who is truly excited about the work and committed to the cause. 

 

Details at a Glance 

START DATE: 

June 1st, 2022 

APPLICATION DEADLINE 

May 13, 2022

INTERNSHIP COMPENSATION 

Academic credit or $250.00 per month 

HOURS PER WEEK 

15-20 hours, depending on credit requirements, availability, etc. Internship end dates are flexible. A 3-month minimum commitment is required. 

 

BENEFITS 

Benefits include: 

  • Academic credit and letters of recommendation 
  • Real-world, applicable experience in nonprofit financial management, business administration, finance, and accounting 
  • Exposure to the national and international disaster relief world, including interacting with prominent NGOs, UN agencies, and nonprofit industry leaders 
  • Work-related expenses covered 
  • A supportive remote work environment 
  • And, most of all, the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of disaster survivors. 
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How to Apply

HOW TO APPLY  Please email info@fuelrelieffund.org and include the following information in your application: 
  • Name and contact information 
  • Academic information, if applying for credit with an academic institution
  • Resume with relevant work experience and coursework 
  • 1-2 paragraphs/short cover letter on why you want to be part of the Fuel Relief Fund team and what pertinent skills you would bring to the internship 
We will accept applications until the position is filled but hope to bring someone on board sooner rather than later. Thank you!  For more on FRF, please visit www.fuelrelieffund.org    Job Types: Part-time, Internship    COVID-19 considerations: This is a remote position.    Fuel Relief Fund is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Fuel Relief Fund is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact tbright@fuelrelieffund.org 

Job Types: Internship.

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