2027 Accounting Intern

BHE (Berkshire Hathaway Energy); Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

BHE Renewables is offering an extended internship intended for college students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting. The position is temporary, nonexempt, and part-time/hourly, located in Des Moines, Iowa.

Interns will work on a variety of accounting projects and gain real-world experience within a renewable energy business. Responsibilities include assisting with monthly and quarterly reports, reconciliations, and audit documentation, while developing professional skills through training

Qualifications

• College student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with data exchange tools and concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective project management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Availability to work Summer 2027–Fall 2027.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and review of monthly and quarterly reports.
• Assist in preparation of account reconciliations, journal entry files, and required documentation.
• Support the planning process and compiling documentation for audits or other requests.
• Develop professional skills through personal development and training.
• Provide project assistance and cross-functional collaboration.
• Perform duties within set timeframes with a high degree of accuracy.
• Maintain confidentiality of company information and data.
• Adhere to workplace safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Excel

Word

Access

PowerPoint

Data exchange tools

Written and verbal communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Task prioritization

Availability Summer 2027

Education

Sophomore or higher pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Data exchange tools

Job description

The purpose of the extended internship position is to develop college students that are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting. Interns will be exposed to a variety of projects, activities, and operations that occur within a renewable energy business. Interns will have the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills learned in college and demonstrate abilities in the workplace. The position is temporary, nonexempt, part-time/hourly.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in preparation and review of monthly and quarterly reports
• Assist in preparation of account reconciliations, journal entry files, and required documentation
• Support the planning process and compiling documentation for audit or other various requests
• Enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training
• Provide project assistance
• Perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company
• Maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information
• Attend work on a regular basis and support the company’s employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules
• Ensures all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a college student, sophomore or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in accounting
• Solid computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with data exchange tools and concepts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective project management skills
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and complete projects within tight deadlines
• Must be available to work Summer 2027- Fall 2027
• Employment is contingent upon passing a post-offer background check and drug screen
• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

BHE Renewables delivers sustainable energy solutions for customers and communities. We own, operate and develop wind, solar, geothermal, hydroelectric and natural gas projects in 11 U.S. states. The power generated is sold into energy markets or directly to customers through long-term purchase agreements.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, BHE Renewables is an innovative and growing company with new offices in Phoenix and San Diego. Our 50/50 joint venture with Occidental Petroleum has led to a demonstration project showing how TerraLithium technology is used to extract lithium from the brine presently flowing through our geothermal plants in Imperial Valley, CA.

Our CHAMPION culture drives our success by fostering high expectations, ownership and continuous improvement within a respectful and inclusive team environment. Through the CHAMPION mindset, we focus on the fundamentals – preparation, planning and attention to detail – holding ourselves accountable to do simple better. Alongside this, the BHE Renewables CARES program encourages employee volunteerism and invests in our communities, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and collaboration, making us stronger together.

BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.