About the role#
This internship places you within the Regional Controller’s group. You will gain exposure to core finance and accounting functions while working on projects that support regional operations.
What you'll do#
- Prepare weekly, monthly, and year-to-date reporting on critical performance metrics for the Regional Management Dashboard.
- Perform self-audits to evaluate compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Track plant inventory quantities.
- Improve internal report formats using queries, pivot tables, and slide decks.
- Conduct analysis on lost bids.
- Identify and explore process improvement opportunities.
What you'll need#
- You are currently a Sophomore or Junior pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting.
- You have a strong academic record.
- You possess advanced MS Excel skills, specifically with pivot tables and vlookup.
- You are proficient in MS PowerPoint and general spreadsheet software.
- You have strong analytical capabilities.
- You communicate well and enjoy working with different groups of people.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Watsonville, California.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- This is a paid internship offered on a rolling basis.
About Granite Construction
Granite Construction is a full-service general contractor and construction materials producer. Founded in 1922, the company maintains its headquarters in Watsonville, California. It operates across sectors including transportation, mining, power, and water infrastructure. The organization employs over 5,000 people and manages various subsidiaries.
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