Accounting Intern

GCS-SIGAL is a construction company that emphasizes teamwork, project ownership, and meaningful contributions. The Accounting Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting construction project financial management through accounts payable and receivable, invoice processing, payment compliance, financial records, and monthly closings.

What you'll do:

• Creatively solve challenges that arise on projects with a positive attitude
• Assist in processing expenses, allowance payments and reports
• Collect invoices from vendors, then code and upload them into accounting software
• Initiate payment of vendor invoices and conduct statement reviews
• Review and process subcontractor’s requisitions for payment
• Confirm subcontractor compliance with lien waivers
• Confirm vendor compliance before issuing payment (insurance, business license, etc.)
• Confirm project management compliance before a final payment is issued to a subcontractor
• Print and obtain signatures on all accounts payable checks
• Distribute signed checks as required and assist in answering vendor inquiries
• Assist in ensuring all negotiated contracts are paid as agreed upon
• Assist with monthly closings

What they're looking for:

• • Pursuing a MS or MS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• • Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative work style
• • Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently
• • Ability to multi-task in a deadline-driven environment
• • Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records
• • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs
• • Demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards

Benefits:

• Real-world business, accounting, and financial training connected to the day-to-day operations of a successful construction business
• Exposure to construction accounting procedures and principles ranging from accounts payable and receivable systems to financial statements, preparation, and analysis