Finance Dept. Intern - 15-20 hours / wk. Starting January 2026

Internship Opportunity At Kent District Library

Under the close supervision of the Finance Manager, will work closely with Governmental Accountants in supporting 39 departments across Kent District Library, while applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) set by Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).

Duties And Responsibilities

Assist with daily accounts payable and cash receipts

Assist with monthly and year-end account and bank reconciliations.

Assist with year-end adjustments

Assist with audit prep and field work requests

Gain meaningful accounting experience working in the public sector

May perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Must be a high school graduate and enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree Program in Accounting, Finance or related field at minimum in sophomore standing.

Ability to work with numbers and details, including knowledge of arithmetic, statistics and their application.

Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact with a wide variety of Library personnel, vendors, government agencies and others. Must be able to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.

Ability to perform work under Finance Manager's direction with latitude for judgment in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Computer skills necessary to effectively utilize accounting, spreadsheet, word processing, database and other applicable software applications.

Visual acuity necessary to view a computer screen and written materials.

Additional Information

Generally will work within a normal office environment, with minimal discomfort due to extreme temperatures, dust, and noise.

Occasional exposure to out of doors during programming and outreach events.

Work hours may be varied, including evenings and weekend hours.

Frequent sitting / standing in one position for extended periods of time.

Kent District Library is committed to the use of evidence-based selection hiring practices to ensure the recruitment of highly qualified candidates. As part of this commitment, we utilize pre-employment assessments that are scientifically validated and job-related. These assessments are designed to objectively evaluate candidates' skills, abilities, and potential for success in specific roles.

Legal Compliance :

Non-Discrimination : All pre-employment assessments used by our organization comply with federal anti-discrimination laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). We ensure that these assessments do not disproportionately exclude individuals based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, disability, or age.

Job-Relatedness : Our assessments are developed and validated to measure skills and traits that are directly related to the job requirements. This alignment with job duties is in accordance with the Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures (UGESP), which provide interpretive guidelines to ensure equitable and non-discriminatory hiring practices.

Objectivity and Fairness : By using professionally developed and validated assessments, we enhance the objectivity and fairness of our hiring process. This reduces the likelihood of unconscious bias and increases the accuracy of hiring decisions.

Data-Driven Decisions : Our selection process relies on measurable data, such as performance metrics and structured interview results, rather than intuition. This approach ensures that hiring decisions are based on objective, verifiable evidence.

Continuous Improvement : We regularly review and update our assessment tools to ensure they remain valid and reliable. This ongoing evaluation helps us maintain high standards in our hiring practices and adapt to evolving job requirements.

By adhering to these principles, our organization strives to create a fair, equitable, and legally defensible hiring process that attracts and retains top talent.