About The Role

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.