Intern-Accounting

Tallgrass MLP Operations, LLC in; Lakewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry competitive pay

Wellness Programs

Career pathing, development programs,和

Job summary

Tallgrass MLP Operations, LLC in Lakewood, Colorado, invites rising juniors and seniors to apply for an Intern-Accounting (Finance) internship. The role offers exposure to accounting and financial reporting across the business, with mentorship and hands-on tasks in a dynamic energy infrastructure company.

Interns will prepare journal entries, assist with forecasts, and support regulatory reporting while gaining experience across departments.

Qualifications

• Proficiency level in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Passion for innovation and problem-solving, and a continuous drive to improve processes.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software applications and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist in the preparation of periodic internal forecasts.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure accuracy in regulatory reporting.
• Learn how to perform transaction research and document explanations.
• Prepare financial statements and related footnotes.
• Document formal tie outs of financial statements.

Skills

MS Office

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life. Tallgrass has been recognized consistently over the last eight years as a Top Workplace. We are proud to promote Tallgrass as a Top Workplace as we continue to build and nurture an inclusive and rewarding environment.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay


• Wellness Programs


• Career pathing, development programs, and internship programs

Intern-Accounting (Finance)

JOB DESCRIPTION

What this Department does:

Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life. Tallgrass has been recognized consistently over the last eight years as a Top Workplace. We are proud to promote Tallgrass as a Top Workplace as we continue to build and nurture an inclusive and rewarding environment.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay


• Wellness Programs


• Career pathing, development programs, and internship programs

This internship will get a variety of exposure to Accounting & Financial Reporting. Equally important is the expectation for the selected candidate to gain exposure and experience in an opportunity rich industry. In doing this, the selected candidate will be learning about this industry from a unique position which will require contact with various parts of the company. This internship also comes with the following advantages:

• A variety of tasks the selected candidate can take on.


• A possible path to an accounting position once the selected candidate has graduated.

What will you bring:

Education:

Students actively enrolled in bachelor's degree in business administration, Accounting or Finance with an expected graduation date December 2026-May 2028

Experience/Specific Knowledge (what skills, classes, experience do they need to have)

• Proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.


• Passion for innovation and problem-solving, as well as a continuous drive to improve processes.


• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software applications and platforms.

What will make you stand out:

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.


• Ability to take on additional tasks and shift priorities on short notice.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.


• Ability to think strategically and manage change.

What Else You Need to Know

Our internships are temporary full-time positions, in-person/hybrid at our Lakewood office. We will host our Summer 2027 interns from May-August for 10 weeks.

Compensation And Other Benefits

• Pay Range $21.09-$29.88 USD Hourly


• The final pay for this role will depend on a variety of factors, including a specific candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and working location. The total compensation package for this role may also include; paid time off, a housing stipend and more.

You can expect to:

• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.


• Assist in the preparation of periodic internal forecasts


• Work closely with other departments to ensure accuracy in regulatory reporting and third-party transactions


• Learn how to perform transaction research and document explanations.


• Prepare financial statements and related footnotes.


• Document formal tie outs of financial statements.


• Develop an understanding of the month-end close process from multiple perspectives within the accounting department.


• Assist with ad-hoc reporting requests for internal departments and external audit.


• Other duties as assigned.

What you will learn:

• Exposure to a variety of accounting roles (operational accounting, financial reporting, corporate accounting) and gain an understanding of cyclical accounting demands


• How to work as part of the accounting team to compile and analyze data, track information, and support the company


• An understanding of Tallgrass's business

ABOUT US

Who are we?

Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

What are we known for?

Tallgrass has been recognized consistently over the last 10 years as a Top Workplace, 7 years in Colorado and 3 years in the USA. Tallgrass has also been recognized for its Leadership and Work-Life Flexibility. We are proud to promote Tallgrass as a Top Workplace as we continue to build and nurture an inclusive and rewarding environment.

What do we value?

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support our interns' physical, mental, and financial well-being.

What's in it for you?

At Tallgrass you will find:

• Industry Competitive Pay


• Paid Time Off


• Career Pathing and Industry Exposure


• Access to real world projects that impact our business


• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the industry.


• A robust internship program that includes trips to our field locations, access to leadership and webinars focused on your skill development.

The fine print:

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.