Accounting Intern

Vicinity Energy, Inc. • Philadelphia, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Vicinity Energy is North America’s largest provider of district energy solutions, offering low carbon energy to most of the iconic buildings you see in the skylines of Boston, Cambridge, Philadelphia, Baltimore and many other cities in the US. As a member of the communities we serve, all of us at Vicinity understand the critical role we play in reducing the impacts of climate change and being a leader in decarbonization. We are committed to net zero and eliminating our reliance on fossil fuels, but we need the best and the brightest minds on our team to help us reach our goal, not only for us as a company, but for our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Summary
The Accounting Intern will work under the direction of the Regional Accounting Manager. The Accounting Intern will provide support to site finance team with accounting functions, accounts payables/receivable, and vendor management issues. The Accounting Intern will perform various tasks required to support the business unit including interfacing with internal and external customers, processing accounts payable/receivable invoices, data entry, miscellaneous projects, and general office tasks. The Accounting Intern will be trusted to use discretion and maintain confidentiality in the handling of sensitive/limited information. This is a part time non exempt position located in Philadelphia, PA.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to handle confidential matters discreetly
• Ability to prioritize, organize, problem solve and meet deadlines and goals
• Must submit to company provided pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Currently enrolled in an Accounting or related field of study
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics365 and Maximo or similar accounts payable software platform
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with the accounts payable and receivable for the site under the direction of the accounting manager
• Maintain vendor and customer files
• Work with site personnel on resolving invoice approvals and customer billing and collections
• Assist accounting manager with month end close reports and tasks
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED