Accounting Intern

GCS-SIGAL • Washington, DC

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About The Position

As an Accounting Intern at GCS-SIGAL, you will have the opportunity to gain real-world business, accounting, and financial training that will teach you all aspects of financial management pertaining to running a successful business. You will be exposed to basic accounting procedures and principles ranging from accounts payable and receivable systems to financial statements, preparations, and analysis.

Requirements

• Pursuing a MS or MS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative work style.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to multi-task in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs.
• Demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Creatively solve challenges that arise on projects with a positive attitude.
• Assist in processing expense and allowance payments and reports.
• Collect invoices from vendors, then code and upload them into accounting software.
• Initiate payment of vendor invoices.
• Conduct statement reviews.
• Review and process subcontractor’s requisitions for payment.
• Confirm subcontractor compliance with lien waivers.
• Confirm vendor compliance before issuing payment (insurance, business license, etc.).
• Confirm project management compliance before a final payment is issued to a subcontractor.
• Print and obtain signatures on all accounts payable checks.
• Distribute signed checks as required.
• Assist in ensuring all negotiated contracts are paid as agreed upon.
• Assist in answering vendor inquiries.
• Assist with monthly closings.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees