Job Post: Administrative Intern Finance Team

JOB POSTING for position at COALFIELD DEVELOPMENT, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

DATE REVISED: 05/2025 | DATE POSTED: 05/29/2025

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Title: Administrative Intern

Team: Finance

Hourly or Salary: Hourly

Safety Sensitive: No

Starting Compensation: $15/hr

Reports To: Financial Operations Manager

Direct Reports: None

FLSA Status: Intern

Time Status/Term: Part Time

POSITION SUMMARY AND OBJECTIVE

As an Administrative Intern for the Finance Team, you will play a crucial role in reviewing, editing, and enhancing our existing financial documentation. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial operations and policy implementation, while contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of our financial practices.

Essential Functions

Regular attendance is an essential function for all employees. We depend on our employees to show up, begin work and end work at the time their schedule indicates and whenever scheduled to work, aside from extenuating circumstances.
Review and analyze existing financial policies and procedures to identify areas for improvement.
Assist in drafting, editing, and updating financial documentation to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather insights and feedback on financial processes.
Research industry best practices and benchmarks to propose innovative solutions for policy enhancements.
Contribute to the development of training materials related to updated financial policies and procedures.
Support the team in maintaining a centralized database of financial documentation for easy access and reference.

Competency - knowledge, skills and abilities

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Work Location and Hours of Work

Office in Black Diamond Building 2923 Park Avenue Huntington, WV 25704
Coalfield Development operates on a Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule.

Environment Conditions, Physical Activity, Physical Demands

Must be able to work seated or standing at a desk and/or computer.

Travel and Transportation Requirements

Candidates must provide reliable transportation to their primary work location and other locations as required. Travel expenses (excluding commutes) may be reimbursed per Coalfield’s policies and procedures. Coalfield has a limited fleet of vehicles and frequently carpools to minimize travel burdens on employees. A valid driver’s license and annual completion of our drivers safety course is required in order to drive a Coalfield vehicle.

Required Experience and Education

Currently pursuing a degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field.

EEO STATEMENT

Coalfield Development Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

BACKGROUND OR DRUG TEST

Candidates for this position will be required to pass a drug test as a condition of employment. Candidates for this position will be required to have a background check as a condition of employment.

Submit your Resume and Cover Letter to:

Email: jobs(at)coalfield-development.org

Mail: Attn: Jobs, 2923 Park Ave. Huntington, WV 25704