Accounting Intern

SSR is an employee-owned engineering design, consulting, and planning firm serving facility and infrastructure challenges. The Accounting Intern will support financial operations through accounts payable, month-end activities, financial analyses, project accounting, record maintenance, and process improvement while gaining practical experience alongside accounting professionals.

What you'll do:

• Assist with various accounts payable
• Support month-end activities
• Prepare various financial analyses
• Support Project Accounting with project setup, closure and billing
• Review and organize financial records and supporting documentation
• Assist with data entry and maintaining accurate accounting records
• Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives
• Attend team meetings; capture notes, actions, and due dates; follow up to keep tasks moving
• Seek opportunities to expand knowledge and skills; share recent developments or coursework insights with the team
• Participate in internal/external trainings, lunch‑and‑learns, and site walks to build practical experience
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and peers; ask questions proactively and escalate blockers early

What they're looking for:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a team-oriented environment
• Clear written communication and presentation skills; strong speech clarity
• Judgment and decision‑making, with attention to detail and follow‑through
• Positive interpersonal collaboration and professionalism in team settings

Benefits:

• Paid overtime
• A housing allowance provided for interns who do not reside near any of our office locations
• Gain practical accounting experience in a professional environment
• Work alongside experienced finance and accounting professionals
• Develop technical and business skills through meaningful projects
• Learn about the operations of an employee-owned engineering and consulting firm
• Explore future career opportunities with SSR