Accounting Intern

NorthWestern Energy; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Healthcare and wellbeing programs

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off starting on your first 1

11 paid holidays

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy in Butte, MT is seeking an accounting/finance-oriented intern to support daily cash reconciliations and cross-functional coordination. You will use Excel to build reconciliation schedules, track variances, and help ensure accurate reporting.

The role runs May–August full-time, with part-time hours September–December. Eligibility requires an accounting/finance major, good academic standing, and current GPA disclosure in the resume.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, lookups) and comfort learning financial systems; experience with ERP/accounting software is a plus.
• Interest in cash operations, reconciliation work, and research; comfortable working in (or learning) SAP or other ERP/accounting systems.
• Accounting, Finance, or related business major required.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles (debits/credits, accruals) and the ability to communicate professionally in writing and verbally.
• Has successfully completed sophomore year or above (junior/senior standing preferred).
• Must be in good academic standing.
• Must Provide GPA in Resume upon application.
• Get Into Energy -- Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus [getintoenergy.org]

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily bank reconciliations by reviewing daily cash activity and reconciling deposits and receipts.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Remittance, Customer Care, and Treasury) to ensure cash deposits are accurately recorded and reflected in daily reconciliations.
• Research incoming non-utility bill payments and ensure they are correctly applied.
• Prepare and maintain supporting documentation and tracking logs; follow up on open items and variances to support accurate reporting.
• Use Microsoft Excel to build and update reconciliation schedules and summaries (pivot tables, lookups) that support daily cash operations and reporting.
• Participate in team meetings and routine check-ins, seeking guidance and feedback while building relationships and learning NorthWestern Energy's accounting processes.
• The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements.
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Excel proficiency

ERP knowledge

Cash operations

Communication skills

Education

Accounting/Finance major

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, lookups) and comfort learning financial systems; experience with ERP/accounting software is a plus
• Interest in cash operations, reconciliation work, and research; comfortable working in (or learning) SAP or other ERP/accounting systems
• Accounting, Finance, or related business major required
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles (debits/credits, accruals) and the ability to communicate professionally in writing and verbally
• Has successfully completed sophomore year or above (junior/senior standing preferred)
• Must be in good academic standing
• Must Provide GPA in Resume upon application
• Get Into Energy -- Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus [getintoenergy.org]

Qualifications Include

• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, lookups) and comfort learning financial systems; experience with ERP/accounting software is a plus
• Interest in cash operations, reconciliation work, and research; comfortable working in (or learning) SAP or other ERP/accounting systems
• Accounting, Finance, or related business major required
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles (debits/credits, accruals) and the ability to communicate professionally in writing and verbally
• Has successfully completed sophomore year or above (junior/senior standing preferred)
• Must be in good academic standing
• Must Provide GPA in Resume upon application
• Get Into Energy -- Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus [getintoenergy.org]

Duties Include

• Assist with daily bank reconciliations by reviewing daily cash activity and reconciling deposits and receipts
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Remittance, Customer Care, and Treasury) to ensure cash deposits are accurately recorded and reflected in daily reconciliations
• Research incoming non-utility bill payments and ensure they are correctly applied
• Prepare and maintain supporting documentation and tracking logs; follow up on open items and variances to support accurate reporting
• Use Microsoft Excel to build and update reconciliation schedules and summaries (pivot tables, lookups) that support daily cash operations and reporting
• Participate in team meetings and routine check-ins, seeking guidance and feedback while building relationships and learning NorthWestern Energy's accounting processes
• The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Temporary position working full-time from May to August, and part-time from September to December.

$20.00 per hour for first year interns and $21.00 per hour for returning interns. Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Program (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents); Life Insurance (company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available); tuition reimbursement; competitive pay (scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities); paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities; paid training opportunities; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.

Open until filled.