Columbia Association, headquartered in Howard County, Maryland, is known for engaging our diverse community, cultivating a unique sense of place, and enhancing the quality of life in Columbia, Maryland, all thanks to the efforts of our remarkable team members. If you share in our passion for teamwork and our vision, we want you to fast-forward your career with us at Columbia Association.

ACCOUNTING - FINANCE INTERN

About the Internship:

The Columbia Association Finance Department is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented high school intern from the Academy of Finance to support the Accounts Payable (AP) team. This internship provides hands-on exposure to financial operations that directly influence CA’s general ledger and financial statements. It is well-suited for a student interested in accounting, financial operations, or pursuing a business or finance career.
Interns will work with experienced finance professionals and gain practical skills in invoice handling, coding, and transactional workflows essential to accurate financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

•Assist with coding and entering vendor invoices into CA’s financial system.
•Review invoice documentation for accuracy and completeness.
•Support the AP team with organizing, tracking, and processing invoices.
•Learn basic concepts related to the general ledger and how AP transactions flow into financial reporting.
•Perform other routine accounting tasks as assigned to support the department’s workflow and monthly close activities.

Requirements:

•Availability to work within Academy of Finance internship curriculum requirements.
•Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow established procedures.
•Basic understanding of accounting principles (helpful, but not required).
•Professional communication, reliability, and the ability to handle confidential financial information appropriately.
•High school senior and residing in Howard County.

What You’ll Gain:

•First-hand experience working within a professional finance department.
•Exposure to core accounting functions, including Accounts Payable and general ledger impacts.
•Greater understanding of how organizations process financial transactions and maintain accurate records.
•Mentorship and guidance from CA’s finance professionals.

The pay rate for this position is $16.00. CA offers a positive, fun work environment and a generous benefits package. Part-time benefits include a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/Perks and some paid leave. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/perks and paid leave.

The position pays $16.00 per hour.