What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accounting Intern position at HITT Contracting?
HITT Contracting is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated cost accounting intern to join our Accounting team this summer in our Falls Church, VA, headquarters office. This intern will be sponsored throughout the 10-week program by a Senior Associate and will receive mentorship from several other accounting team members. During this time, the intern will be provided with an overview of our department's many functions and gain hands-on experience in cost accounting.
The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field and will be a senior during the 2025-2026 school year. This individual possesses a high attention to detail while working alongside the accounting team to support various accounting duties and daily operations.
HITT is a top national general contractor with a strong, 80-year history of success in the commercial construction market. We offer a positive and inclusive team-orientated work environment and have ranked as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post for ten consecutive years. HITT's Futures Program facilitates this internship experience that has been ranked a top Best Construction Internship and Best Overall Internship for the past four years.
Responsibilities
Engage with project accounting and operations team members, assisting with daily accounting duties and functions
Gain a deeper understanding of project financials by learning the basic functions of HITT's ERP and supporting software platforms
Audit internal files for compliance and required documentation
Pilot the review and conversion of existing files into electronic format in accordance with HITT policy
Execute additional tasks or projects to learn more about accounting and office operations
Qualifications
Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Basic understanding of accounting principles
Highly motivated self-starter with an ability to quickly identify obstacles and provide resolutions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
Strong Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent attention to details and analytical skills
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
