Accounting/Finance Intern

About E-J

The E-J Group is active in all facets of electrical contracting - we are not your typical electrical contractor. We bring experience, expertise, and a national reputation to projects that vary in size to over $300 million. Typical installations include rail systems, transit facilities, office buildings, hospitals, power and renewable energy, co-generation facilities, roadway and outdoor specialty projects, airports, industrial facilities, universities, sports stadiums, high voltage distribution, utility, and gas infrastructure.

At E-J, three family generations of practical expertise have created an organization keyed to the most modern technological advances in providing rapid and efficient solutions to today’s lighting, power, energy, and communication needs. E-J has over a 125-year reputation for unparalleled integrity, quality, and service in the electrical field.

Location: Long Island City, NY

Division: Accounting & Finance

Position Description

E-J’s Accounting/Finance Intern will be required to take the initiative and work independently with a responsible sense of urgency while balancing all levels of tasks, duties, and projects in a highly confidential environment. Skills mastered include the ability to prioritize tasks and pertinent issues, as well as creating and managing files (both electronic and hard copy).

Key Responsibilities

• Billing/Accounts Receivable
• Enter billing into accounting software
• Learn the billing cycle from preparing requisitions to collecting payment
• Accounts Payable
• Enter payments into accounting software
• Learn about Purchase Orders and their relationship with construction-related payments and how they are applied
• Reporting
• Assist with day-to-day activities such as preparing tax filings, daily/weekly/monthly journal entries, and preparation of financial statements
• Support Treasurer with cash management and investment strategies
• Support Senior Accountant on various projects and initiatives
• Help in preparing Upper Management with financial statements and schedules in a timely fashion

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program pursuing Accounting and/or Finance
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficient in the Microsoft Suite with a heavy emphasis on Excel
• Knowledge of one or more construction-oriented accounting systems is a strong plus
• Ability to work independently and on multiple simultaneous projects
• Ability to work well with others at all levels in a professional manner
  
  

Advantages of Working at E-J:

• Leading Electrical Contracting Organization in New York City
• Oldest family-owned and operated electrical contractor since 1899
• Job training
• Team-oriented company culture
• History of employment longevity
• High turnover from intern to full-time
• Convenient and central office locations near public transit
  
  

Salary: $20/hour

The E-J Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.