Intern - Accounting

About the role

Wharton-Smith delivers clean water, state-of-the-art schools, fire and police stations, recreational parks, sports arenas, themed attractions, and more. We are seeking a detail-oriented and talented individual to join our accounting staff as a paid part-time intern at our Sanford, FL office. This role is ideal for someone looking to apply strong construction accounting and support skills while making a difference in building communities.

Responsibilities

• Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures.
• Enter invoices and pay applications pending approval.
• Prepare vendor payments/remittances for mailing, online, or phone payments.
• Maintain project-related records, including contracts and change orders.
• Respond to accounts payable inquiries from vendors and internal customers.
• Analyze vendor accounts.
• Maintain corporate credit card accounts for the division office.
• Monitor accounts payable to ensure payments are accurate and timely.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with employees, vendors, and owners.
• Review lien waivers.
• Handle inbound and outbound phone calls.
• Sort and respond to emails.
• Process payments.
• Perform general administrative responsibilities.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.