Accounting Intern

Waste Resource Management • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Waste Resource Management, Inc. (WRM), an environmental services company based in Houston, Texas, is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Accounting Intern for a 10–12 week internship supporting Accounting and Finance. The role offers hands-on exposure to accounting processes, financial reporting, data analysis, reconciliations, and business operations. The intern will work alongside accounting professionals and receive guidance and professional development from an assigned mentor.

The intern will complete a capstone project identifying an opportunity to make a measurable improvement to an existing accounting process, then present findings and recommendations to company leadership at the conclusion of the program. The role primarily operates in a professional office environment, with occasional company site tours or operational visits. Appropriate PPE may be required when visiting operational facilities. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

WRM describes its commitment to saving water and protecting the environment, and prioritizes the safety of employees, communities, and the environment. Its stated cultural priorities include customer service, continuous improvement, respect, safety, compliance, and honesty.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled full-time as a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of accounting and financial principles.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, receive feedback, and take initiative.
• Must live in the Houston, Texas area for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day accounting and financial activities.
• Support account reconciliations and review financial information for accuracy.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and month-end activities as assigned.
• Support financial data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Help maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Review accounting processes and workflows to identify potential improvement opportunities.
• Participate in Accounting and Finance team meetings and cross-functional business discussions.
• Assist with special projects related to accounting, financial reporting, process improvement, and business operations.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries for Accounting and Finance leadership.
• Work with an assigned mentor to gain practical accounting knowledge and develop professional skills.
• Complete a capstone project focused on creating a measurable and impactful improvement to an accounting process.
• Present capstone findings, recommendations, and anticipated business impact to company leadership at the end of the internship.

Benefits

• Mentorship from experienced Accounting and Finance professionals.
• Hands-on experience with real-world accounting and financial processes.
• Exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, general ledger activities, and financial reporting.
• Opportunities to develop analytical, technical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Exposure to the financial operations of a growing environmental services organization.
• Networking opportunities, Lunch & Learns, leadership presentations, and site tours.
• Cross-functional exposure to other areas of the organization.
• Participation in a 10–12 week capstone project designed to create measurable business impact.
• Opportunity to present capstone findings and recommendations to company leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern