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Accounting Internship, Washington, DC


MSI is a Washington, D.C.-based international development firm providing specialized short- and long-term technical assistance. Since its 1981 founding, MSI has grown in size and technical scope, now implementing and managing more than 70 projects worldwide. More than 30 are long-term, many in conflict-prone or fragile states that include Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Today, our range of technical expertise includes analytical and field projects in democracy and governance, economic growth, strategic planning, organizational capacity building, health and the justice sector. MSI focuses on helping our local partners foster progress, manage change and improve the effectiveness of development assistance. We expanded our global footprint in 2008 by becoming part of Coffey International Development, a leading development firm that is part of Coffey International Limited, a publicly traded company on the Australia Stock Exchange. Alongside Coffey, MSI has corporate offices in 17 countries. Together, MSI and Coffey International Development employ more than 1,400 professionals worldwide. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.
Position Summary:
MSI is now accepting applications for internships to help our busy Accounting Department. The position is available immediately and will last until approximately August 31, 2013 with the possibility for extension based on performance, how well the candidate works with the team, and the needs of the Accounting Department.
Responsibilities:
• Help the department alphabetize and collate files by filing, copying and scanning documents;
• Aid in an internal review of the Department’s electronic and physical files;
• Review project expense documentation for completeness and accuracy;
• Compile and analyze financial information;
• Assist in some data entry;
• Support the Accounting Department as needed.
Qualifications:
• Familiarity with MS Excel and Word required;
• Preference given to candidates with a BA who has taken accounting courses ;
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize within a multi-tasking environment;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Interest in the accounting and/or international development field preferred.
Internships require a commitment up to 32 hours/week. Applicants residing or attending school in DC are preferred. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This is a paid position.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
To apply, please visit www.msiworldwide.com/careers
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