About the role#
This internship provides financial services support to our profit centers. You will work alongside accountants to handle billing, accounts receivables, and accounts payable processes. This role is a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real projects while learning about our business strategy and operations.
What you'll do#
- Assist with billing and accounts receivable to meet client requirements.
- Process vendor and subcontractor invoices for payment.
- Verify that lien waivers, contracts, and insurance requirements are in place.
- Help with the monthly close process and internal or external audit requests.
- Enter data for project-specific invoices and prepare multi-project invoices for distribution.
- Support the preparation of owner applications for payment by compiling invoice documentation.
- Provide periodic progress reports to your supervisor.
- Participate in conferences and other learning opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment at a 4-year college or university, ideally majoring in Accounting or Finance.
- At least 1 year of education and basic knowledge of finance.
- Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills, plus experience with database and data entry software.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage accurate information.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills.
- A proactive, flexible, and adaptable approach to new projects.
- The ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills through student leadership, volunteer work, or community involvement.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, full-time, paid internship.
- Positions are available in Reston, Virginia, and Baltimore, Maryland.
- You must be willing to work a standard work week.
- Please note that this role requires physical presence at construction sites, which may involve climbing stairs, ladders, or navigating active work areas with moderate to loud noise levels.
About Turner Construction Company
Turner Construction Company is an international construction services firm based in North America. Founded in 1902, the company manages large and complex projects across diverse market segments. It employs over 20,000 people and operates as a privately held organization. The firm emphasizes Lean management principles and building information modeling in its project delivery.
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