Job Details

Fairfield-Suisun Sewer District
Intern - Accounting
  • Position Number: 7076671
  • Location: Fairfield, CA
  • Position Type: Business - Accounting

Fairfield-Suisun Sewer District (FSSD), an innovative and award-winning public agency, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Intern. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in governmental accounting while supporting a forward-thinking organization dedicated to sustainability, resource recovery, and protecting vital waterways like the Suisun Marsh.

As an Accounting Intern, you'll work alongside a knowledgeable and supportive team of finance professionals at our award-winning facility. Under the direct supervision of a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA), your experience may count toward the general accounting experience requirement for individuals pursuing CPA licensure in California.

This internship offers exposure to public sector accounting practices, budget development, financial reporting, internal controls, and other essential functions that support our operations. In addition to assisting with key tasks, you'll learn how financial management plays a critical role in maintaining vital public infrastructure.

We're excited to mentor the next generation of finance professionals and demonstrate how meaningful and impactful a career in public accounting can be.

The ideal intern candidate has/is:

  • An accounting background through their course of study, including completion Principles of Financial Accounting AND Intermediate Accounting, or equivalent coursework.
  • Enthusiastic for the work and is considering a career in accounting or finance.
  • Experience with Excel and data analysis
  • Interested in applying knowledge from accounting coursework to real-world processes.
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Self-motivated and resourceful.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The Accounting/Finance Intern will gain valuable hands-on experience by assisting with month-end close processes. Depending on the workload during month-end, the intern may also assist with routine Accounts Payable tasks or engage in other administrative projects, such as records management and scanning.

Specific responsibilities may include:

  • Assisting with month-end journal entries to ensure timely financial reporting
  • Supporting the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports
  • Assisting in account reconciliations
  • Analyzing financial data and identifying discrepancies or variances
  • Helping with audit preparation and ensuring compliance with internal controls
  • Gaining exposure to fund accounting and government financial systems
  • Contributing to administrative tasks, including records management

Some special projects may include

  • FY 2026/27 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) Statistical Section
  • FY 2026/27 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) creation and maintenance
  • Fixed Assets module implementation assistance

This is a unique opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world public sector accounting tasks while learning about the financial operations of a local government agency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An equivalent combination of training, education, and experience which has provided the required knowledge, skills/abilities, and attributes and is able to perform the work (with reasonable accommodation, if needed).

We are seeking an intern who has completed at least two (2) full years of coursework (90 quarter units or 60 semester units) toward or has earned an Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field by June 2026, and meets the following qualifications:

  • Solid foundation in accounting principles, including financial accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
  • Completion of Intermediate Accounting is preferred, but equivalent coursework or relevant experience in accounting will be considered.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks and reports.
  • Ability to apply basic accounting concepts in real-world settings.

PLEASE NOTE: A copy of your transcripts or degree are required. As long as you have or will have completed the requirements above by June 2026, you will not be disqualified.

No prior experience is required for this opportunity, but please include any relevant experience on your application. The following skills are desired and will be given careful consideration:

  • Microsoft Excel - Intermediate level proficiency, including data analysis and spreadsheet management
  • Microsoft 365 and applications - Intermediate level proficiency with a focus on Word, Outlook, and Excel
  • Adobe - Intermediate level proficiency
  • Accounting software - Experience with accounting platforms or ERP systems is a plus.







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