Accounting Intern

Accounting Intern

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.  

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.  

About Us: 

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges. 

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.  

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.  

Job Summary: 

The Accounting Intern serves to proactively support business development efforts and cultivate the culture of Salas O’Brien as a growing national firm.  

To thrive in that role, you will need to be an energetic professional who cares about the big picture while being diligent about meeting deadlines and following through.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and learn the organization's accounting operation.
• Work closely with accounts payable staff on A/P, expense reports, FedEx, and credit card reconciliations.
• Contribute to monthly accounting close cycle.
• Support lease accounting.
• Review, learn, document, and coordinate implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures.
• Conform to organizational policies and procedures and government regulations.
• Keep up to date on overall activities of the team, identifying areas where the person can contribute and share some workload from accounting colleagues.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
• Assist with project controls accounting as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working towards Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Knowledge and experience of working with accounting software, Deltek Vision, a plus
• Proficient on Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of management.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific method.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

COMPETENCIES:

• Interpersonal Skills—Ability to solve conflicts, maintain confidentiality; Listen to others without interrupting; Keep emotions under control; Remain open to others' ideas and support new initiatives.
• Initiative--Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation--Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement 

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.