Accounting Intern - Barrett Paving Materials - Mid-West Central

Barrett Industries; Franklin (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrett Paving Materials Inc is seeking an Accounting Intern to support the finance team in accounting, financial reporting, and business operations within the construction industry.

This internship offers practical experience and exposure to vendor payments, invoicing, and data integrity.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Interest in construction, paving, or infrastructure industries is a plus.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Familiarity with accounting systems or software is a plus.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing invoices, expenses, and vendor payments
• Help prepare financial statements and reports
• Support the reconciliation of bank accounts and general ledger accounts
• Enter and maintain accurate data in accounting systems
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Help maintain and organize digital and physical financial records
• Participate in audits by preparing documentation and supporting materials
• Assist in analyzing financial data for budgeting and forecasting
• Collaborate with accounting staff to support daily accounting operations
• Complete other accounting or finance-related tasks as assigned by supervisors

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Microsoft Excel

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Barrett Paving Materials Inc is a leader in heavy civil construction, specializing in aggregate production, asphalt plants, paving services, and road construction. With our people-first culture, we uphold the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct. As part of the Colas Group, the global leader in transportation infrastructure, we are committed to excellence. Learn more at www.barrettpaving.com.

Barrett Paving, and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com.

Job Summary

Barrett Pving MWC is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Intern to support our finance team. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in accounting, financial reporting, and business operations within the construction industry.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist with processing invoices, expenses, and vendor payments
• Help prepare financial statements and reports
• Support the reconciliation of bank accounts and general ledger accounts
• Enter and maintain accurate data in accounting systems
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Help maintain and organize digital and physical financial records
• Participate in audits by preparing documentation and supporting materials
• Assist in analyzing financial data for budgeting and forecasting
• Collaborate with accounting staff to support daily accounting operations
• Complete other accounting or finance-related tasks as assigned by supervisors

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Interest in construction, paving, or infrastructure industries is a plus
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Familiarity with accounting systems or software is a plus
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Colas Inc. And Its Subsidiaries Are An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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