Finance Manager Internship

Overview

Rising Star Resource Development Corporation (Rising Star) is a private nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation and Social Enterprise. We are a supportive and integrated employer providing employment to persons with disabilities, individuals with barriers to employment and our veterans.  We are a provider of contract services for Facility Support services and Temporary Staffing services to Federal, State and local governments, and to commercial businesses.  We are governed and credentialed at a State level through WorkQuest Texas and at a Federal level through the AbilityOne Commission.

Job Skills / Requirements

 Rising Star is looking for a Finance Manager Intern who is passionate about leveraging financial data to drive social impact. In this role, you will go beyond traditional corporate accounting; you will work at the intersection of mission and money, helping us ensure every dollar is utilized effectively to further our cause. You will gain hands-on experience in nonprofit financial management, including fund accounting, grant tracking, and organizational sustainability.

Core Responsibilities:

Grant Financial Management: Assist in tracking grant expenditures, ensuring compliance with donor requirements, and preparing financial reports for grant reporting cycles.

Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the leadership team in developing program-specific budgets and monitoring cash flow to ensure the organization meets its strategic goals.

Payroll Administration: Assist in the end-to-end payroll process, including timesheet review, data entry into payroll systems, and ensuring timely, accurate compensation for our team.

Donor Impact Analysis: Help analyze the cost-efficiency of our programs to demonstrate transparency and impact to our donors and board members.

Financial Process Optimization: Assist in streamlining bookkeeping and internal financial policies to improve efficiency for our small, agile team.

Fundraising Support: Provide data-backed insights for fundraising campaigns and support the preparation of financial materials for our Board of Directors.

Special Projects: Support the executive team with ad-hoc analysis, such as evaluating the cost-benefit of new community outreach initiatives.

Qualifications

Education: Currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Nonprofit Management, or related fields.

Passion for Mission: A demonstrated interest in the nonprofit sector and a commitment to Rising Star’s cause.

Technical Proficiency: Strong Microsoft Excel skills. Familiarity with nonprofit-specific accounting software is highly preferred.

Communication: Ability to distill financial information into compelling stories for donors and community partners.

Agility: Comfort working in a fast-paced, "all-hands-on-deck" boutique environment where tasks may evolve quickly.

Integrity: A high degree of professional ethics and discretion regarding sensitive donor, financial, and employee data.

 What You Will Gain:

·      Direct Impact: The chance to see the tangible effects of your financial work on our mission and the community we serve.

·      Holistic Insight: A 360-degree view of how a boutique nonprofit operates, from fundraising and grants to operations and board relations.

·      Personalized Mentorship: Direct collaboration with our Executive Director/Finance Director offering an intimate look at nonprofit leadership and strategy.

·      Portfolio Building: Real-world experience building financial reports and presentations that directly support organizational growth.

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Associates or Bachelors preferred however, not required

Additional Information / Benefits

Workers Compensation, Social Security Benefits and Unemployment Insurance.

Rising Star is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays

This job reports to the Finance Manager

This is a Coop/Intern position