About the role#
We are looking for an Accounting Student to join our Denver district for the summer of 2027. This full-time position runs from May to August. You will gain hands-on experience working on real construction projects while developing your skills in financial operations and project accounting.
What you'll do#
- Create and enter monthly pay applications and reconcile billings.
- Ensure invoices receive proper approval and are entered in a timely manner.
- Reconcile statements and perform journal entries.
- Prepare monthly and yearly reporting and assist with business planning.
- Review owner contracts to understand payment terms, cost definitions, and project requirements.
- Track and manage subcontract submittal documents.
- Perform other administrative and accounting duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a full-time student pursuing a bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a strong focus on Excel.
- Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, with project staff, suppliers, and owners.
- High level of detail orientation and accuracy.
- Ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Authorization to work in the United States. We do not provide visa sponsorship.
- Must pass a substance abuse test.
Location & details#
- Location: Denver, Colorado.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May to August).
- Pay: $22 to $28 per hour, depending on experience.
About PCL Construction
PCL Construction operates as a group of independent construction firms. The company works in the civil infrastructure, heavy industrial, and buildings markets. It maintains a presence in Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, and Australia through 31 major centers. The organization is 100 percent employee-owned.
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