Internship in Accounting and Finance

Agency Information:  Kansas Department of Administration, Office of Accounts & Reports

The Office of Accounts & Reports is responsible for providing centralized statewide payroll and accounting systems and uniform classification of accounts and for providing assistance to agencies and guidance in the form of policies, procedures, forms, and best practices that will facilitate consistent recording of financial transactions from which statewide financial reporting may be generated and audited.

About the Position

Who can apply: Anyone (External) who meets minimum qualifications

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Part-Time

Work Schedule: 15-20 hours/week (Flexible within M-F 8:00am – 5:00pm as approved by supervisor)  Summer intern with possibility for extension into academic year.

Eligible to Receive Benefits: No

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Application Deadline:  June 6, 2025

Compensation

$15.03 / hour

Employment Benefits

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Internship Duties

Internship project working with the tracking and analysis of data gathered from agency internal control assessments. Utilization of Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and Word to develop and report data metrics related to internal control compliance and identify recommendations to drive communications and training development focused on improving compliance with internal controls. Position may also assist with cash reconciliation items and other special projects as assigned. 

Qualifications

No education requirement

Preferred: College student, majoring in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field of study

Required Documentation for Application

Resume

Letter of Interest / Cover Letter

Recruiter Contact Information

Name:    Brianna Brandt

Email:    brianna.brandt@ks.gov

Phone:   (785) 296-6239

Mailing Address:    900 SW Jackson, Suite 401-N, Topeka KS 66612

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• Resume
• Letter of Interest / Cover Letter

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans’ Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position.  The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job.  Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.  

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How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

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PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.