Accounting Intern

SHELTER, Inc. rebuilds lives one family at a time, by helping them re-establish a home and assisting with the skills and resources needed to live the life they deserve. Created in 1986, we are a community-based non‑profit currently operating in Contra Costa, Solano, Sacramento, and Marin counties. In 2025 our compassionate teams helped 3,994 people secure or maintain their housing.

We believe a safe home and the opportunity to thrive are rights‑not privileges. Every day, our teams have the honor of walking alongside families and individuals as they rebuild their lives. If you’re looking for more than just a job—and you want to be the spark that ignites lasting change in your community—you’ll find purpose here!

Concord, CA (Fully onsite in the office, local candidates only, must live within commuting distance of office)

Internship available immediately that could potentially be extended through summer. 15-20 hours / week. We can work around school schedule.

$16.90 / hour

We are searching for an Accounting Intern to join our Finance team! This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in nonprofit financial operations. The intern will receive training and exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, fund accounting, grant billing, and audit preparation.

• Assist with processing vendor invoices and check requests.
• Help validate expense coding and supporting documentation.
• Perform accurate data entry into accounting systems.
• Help maintain vendor files and ensure documentation is current.
• Assist with preparing A/P reports or reconciliations for staff review.

• Help compile documentation needed for monthly grant billing.
• Assist with generating draft invoices or billing packets for review.
• Support the team in reviewing aging reports and follow‑up documentation.

• Assist with preparing journal entry backups and draft entries (reviewed by senior staff).
• Participate in account analysis or reconciliations by gathering supporting materials.
• Help collect, organize, and maintain financial files (electronic and hard copy).
• Assist in preparing materials for Finance Committee or Board reporting.
• Provide support for annual audit preparation, including pulling documentation and organizing schedules.
• Assist with special projects assigned by the Accounting Supervisor.

• Nonprofit fund accounting and grant reporting.
• Accounts payable and receivable workflows.
• Monthly close procedures.
• Audit preparation, compliance, and documentation standards.
• Use of accounting systems such as Intacct (or similar).
• Excel for financial reporting and analysis.

• Currently a 3rd year (Junior+) pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field. Recently obtained associate’s in accounting will also be considered.
• Coursework in accounting or nonprofit management.
• General office or administrative experience preferred (work, volunteer, or campus experience acceptable).
• Experience with Excel (sorting, filtering, basic formulas) required. Experience with accounting software (Intacct, Quick Books or similar) is a bonus.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of staff, clients, vendors, and partners.

• Interest in accounting, finance, or nonprofit administration.
• Self‑Starter and Positive Attitude.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate clearly with team members.
• Ability to follow directions and ask questions when unclear.
• Strong organization, time‑management, and follow‑through.

• Must successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Must provide TB test clearance.

SHELTER, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. We believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and lead to better outcomes for the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.

This description is a guide only. Upon hire, you will receive a formal job description.