Accounting Intern

McGill is a civil engineering firm fostering long-term relationships with the communities that we serve in North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Virginia since 1984. We pride ourselves on transforming the communities where we live and work and our employees are critical to our success.

The Accounting Intern position will integrate knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skill development in a professional setting. Involvement is based on the individual’s level of experience. Efforts are made for assignments to develop accounting skills and prepare the intern for future full-time employment. Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of generally accepted accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Support the accounting team by providing clerical assistance to keep the department running smoothly (filing, scanning, copying, shredding, etc.).
• May enter financial transactions into the accounting software.
• May help process invoices and payments, mail checks.
• May enter cash receipts. May assist in monitoring outstanding invoices.
• Work with the team to reconcile bank statements and resolve any discrepancies.
• May participate in month-end closing procedures to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and analysis as required.
• Assist in identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Help prepare documentation for audits.
• May help test processes and provide support for software conversion.
• Collaborate and support accounting team and other teams as required.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software (experience with Deltek Vision is a plus).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to the overall success of the accounting department.
• Valid driver’s license.

McGill Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. We conduct pre-employment drug screens and background, credit, and motor vehicle checks in accordance with federal and state statutes. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. All McGill Associate’s facilities comply with the American with Disabilities Act. Persons with hearing and/or speech impairments may contact McGill Associates by dialing 711 to access the State Relay Service for TTY/TDD. Candidates with limited English proficiency may discuss employment opportunities with the help of an interpreter by calling 828.252.0575.