Unknown Company

Job Cost Intern

columbia, mo • Posted 1 weeks ago
Onsite Contract Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Intern - Finance Team

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our finance team. This position offers students hands-on experience in job cost accounting within the construction industry. As an intern, you will work alongside experienced job cost and finance professionals, learn valuable accounting and construction-finance skills, and contribute to the financial success of our projects.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist with the job cost accounting process for active projects, helping ensure timely and accurate reporting of job costs
  • Support project managers and finance staff in gathering and organizing job cost data
  • Help monitor job cost data and assist in identifying trends or discrepancies: such as labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor costs.
  • Assist in preparing job cost reports and basic metrics for internal stakeholders
  • Support the team in preparing data for project bids and proposals
  • Help with routine audits of job cost entries to check for accuracy and compliance
  • Learn and apply best practices in job cost accounting and construction finance
  • Maintain organized, accurate records and files
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled in a technical school, college, or university program (accounting, finance, construction management, or related field preferred)
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
  • Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
  • Basic familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Viewpoint, QuickBooks, or Xero) is a plus but not required
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency preferred
  • Good communication skills, with the ability to interact with a variety of audiences
  • Punctuality and reliability are essential
Duration:
  • Typically, May–August
Compensation:
  • Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience and qualifications
  • Opportunity for skill development and advancement within the company

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Job Cost Intern in columbia at Unknown Company

This position is listed as contract and onsite.

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