Accounting Intern: Month-End & Process Improvement

Itron; Liberty Lake (WA); On-site; GBP 17,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Itron in Liberty Lake, WA is seeking a Summer Accounting Intern to gain hands-on exposure to corporate accounting, financial operations, and process improvement initiatives. The role provides structured training, mentorship, and real-world projects across multiple accounting functions.

The intern will contribute to month-end close activities, assist with reconciliations and data validation, and support automation efforts while developing skills for a future accounting career.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Completion of at least two years of college coursework.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end close activities including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Perform data validation and support documentation for audit and compliance.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives, including automation of routine accounting tasks.
• Collaborate with accounting team members to identify efficiency opportunities.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requests.
• Document procedures and contribute to knowledge-sharing efforts.
• Develop an understanding of multiple accounting functions with a focus on manufacturing processes.

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Office suite

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday)

Job description

Itron in Liberty Lake, WA is seeking a Summer Accounting Intern to gain hands-on exposure to corporate accounting, financial operations, and process improvement initiatives. The role provides structured training, mentorship, and real-world projects across multiple accounting functions.

The intern will contribute to month-end close activities, assist with reconciliations and data validation, and support automation efforts while developing skills for a future accounting career.