Project Accounting Intern (Summer 2027)

About this role

Job Title: Accounting Intern
Employment Type: Intern
Division: Finance
Department: Accounting
Work Schedule: Full-time/40-hours - In Person
Salary Range: $24 - $29/hour

The Accounting Intern supports the accounting team in performing essential financial tasks, including account reconciliations, audit preparation, and spreadsheet analysis. This role offers hands-on experience in financial close processes, budgeting, forecasting, and other core accounting functions within a respected construction firm.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Assist with quarter-end and year-end financial close processes and related reporting activities.

• Support account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.

• Contribute to major accounting projects and assist in preparing detailed financial reports.

• Participate in budgeting and financial planning activities.

• Aid in audit preparation and compliance efforts.

• Prepare and analyze spreadsheets to support financial data management.

• Perform routine administrative tasks such as filing, banking, and managing finance-related correspondence.

• Assist with processing invoices and expense reports to support accounts payable and receivable functions.

• Maintain and update the general ledger and financial databases.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and support ad hoc analysis.

• Support month-end close activities by preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.

• Assist in ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.

• Participate in continuous process improvement initiatives within the accounting department.

Key Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to convey financial information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.

• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in numerical work.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.

• Maintains confidentiality and exercises sound judgment when handling sensitive financial information.

• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.

Required Experience

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, budgeting, audits, and internal controls.

• Proficient in or willing to learn spreadsheet tools (Excel, Google Sheets) for financial data analysis and reporting.

• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Viewpoint, Sage) is preferred.

• Experience or coursework in account reconciliation, financial reporting, and data entry accuracy.

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy under pressure.

• Reliable transportation to office locations or job sites, as required.

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