Intern - Accounting (Summer 2027)

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 is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world. Join us.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Summer Accounting Intern to join our team. This internship offers hands-on experience in corporate accounting, financial operations, and process improvement initiatives.

The intern will gain exposure to multiple accounting and finance functions through structured training opportunities, mentorship, and participation in real-world accounting projects. The role is designed to provide broad insight into professional accounting careers while supporting key business activities and continuous improvement efforts..

The intern will contribute to month-end close activities, assist with reconciliations and data validation, and support initiatives focused on automating existing accounting processes. This role provides valuable exposure to corporate accounting operations and supports talent development for future recruitment.

Duties & 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

Required Skills & Experience:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, and 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-solv ing skills

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday)
• Familiarity with automation tools and AI use (e.g., Alteryx, MS Copilot)
• Prior internship, office, customer service, leadership, or other professional work experience.
• Coursework in financial reporting, auditing, accounting fundamentals and data analytics
• Interest in pursuing CPA certification or long-term accounting career goals.

Travel: 0 – 10%

Physical Demands:

• This is a typical office job, with no special physical requirements or unusual work environment.

This position is based in Liberty Lake, WA and is expected to be on-site two days per week (typically Tuesdays and Wednesdays).

Liberty Lake, WA: $15.87 - $44.23 per hour

Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email [e-mail].

Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities so communities so communities … Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com