Finance Intern

Position Summary:

As a Finance Intern, you will gain meaningful, hands-on experience while providing support to the Finance Team. Working alongside experienced teammates, you will contribute to ongoing accounting responsibilities, including daily reconciliations, teller cash and Federal Reserve Account balancing, Accounts Payable, and other Finance projects.

This opportunity is ideal for a student seeking to gain professional experience while continuing their education. The selected student will apply classroom learning, develop accounting and business skills, and gain exposure to a professional work environment.

The position is expected to work approximately 10-15 hours per week, with a schedule established around the student's class commitments each semester, and is anticipated to continue through the end of the school year in May 2027.

In addition, our FIRST Values apply to all teammates without exception.

FIRST Values

• Family – We support, trust, and respect each other, our customers, and our shareholders.
• Independence & Innovation – We embrace change as vital to our success.
• Relationships – We build relationships that are based on strong character, mutual loyalty, trust, and respect.
• Stewardship – We take care of ourselves so we can take care of others.
• Teamwork – We help each other grow and succeed.

Who we are:

The First National Bank in Sioux Falls began its long-term commitment to the Sioux Falls area in 1885. The oldest bank in Sioux Falls owes its longevity to a combination of service, stability, innovation, and family involvement. Over the past 140 years, The First National Bank in Sioux Falls has worked diligently to promote the growth and vitality of our city and the surrounding area. The Bank strives to continually be recognized as a community leader by reinvesting financial resources back into the communities it serves and encouraging active employee involvement in community volunteer organizations.

The First National Bank Way, which is a blend of our Mission Statement and FIRST Values, serves as the foundation of our culture. It is a gift that has been passed down to us and is the legacy that we will protect and preserve. Nothing is more important to us – it is the cornerstone of our success.

Our culture is driven by integrity, service, and strong values; nothing has shaped it more than our FIRST Values.

Our FIRST Values are not just words; they are truly felt by our employees, customers, shareholders, and communities. They tell us who we are as a business and guide our behaviors and decisions as we move forward and build successful relationships.

Although banking has evolved over the years, our mission and values have not and will not change.

What will you do:

Accountabilities

Department Responsibilities and Projects

Contribute to the day-to-day responsibilities of the Finance Team while developing practical accounting and business experience.

• Assist with the daily balancing of teller cash and the Federal Reserve Account.
• Support balancing daily reports and reconciliations as needed.
• Assist with Accounts Payable activities, including processing check payments and recording debit card transactions.
• Participate in Finance projects and support other departmental responsibilities as assigned.

Professional Development

Take an active role in your professional development while gaining experience in a professional banking environment.

• Work with your supervisor to establish learning and development goals based on your interests and the responsibilities of the position.
• Participate in regular conversations about your progress, experiences, and development.
• Build practical accounting, communication, problem-solving, and professional skills through hands-on experience.
• Gain a broader understanding of how the Finance Team supports the Bank and its customers.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or pursuing higher education in accounting, finance, business, or a related field preferred.
• Interest in gaining practical accounting, finance, and business experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently with appropriate guidance and as part of a team.
• Goal-oriented, dependable, and self-motivated.
• Strong problem-solving and solution-oriented skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and take on new responsibilities.

What’s in it for you?

In this role at The First National Bank in Sioux Falls, you'll gain meaningful, hands-on experience while continuing your education. You'll have the opportunity to apply what you're learning in the classroom, build professional skills, and gain exposure to careers in the banking industry.

You'll contribute to real work, collaborate with experienced teammates, and support meaningful projects and responsibilities within the Finance Team. Along the way, you'll have opportunities to grow professionally, build connections, strengthen your resume, and gain valuable experience with the longest-operating community bank in the area.