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Accounting Intern - Cleveland 2025

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Accounting & Tax
  • Cleveland

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a relevant degree program, have strong communication skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office, and prior construction industry exposure is a plus.
  • You will participate in project forecast meetings, learn accounting policies, gain knowledge of the construction industry, seek additional tasks, and build positive professional relationships.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program for the department or team
  • Prior exposure to construction industry is a plus
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

  • The Intern will participate in monthly project forecast meetings and learn accounting policies and procedures. The successful candidate will gain basic knowledge of the construction industry, the trades and the work they perform. Must be able to seek out additional tasks as time allows, assume additional responsibilities, and develop and maintain positive professional relationships both internally and externally.

FAQs

What tasks will the Accounting Intern be responsible for?

The Accounting Intern will assist with job setup, billing, accounts payable/receivable, reporting, document filing and retrieval, and managing project contracts and amendments.

Is prior experience in the construction industry required?

No, prior exposure to the construction industry is a plus, but it is not a requirement for the position.

What educational background is needed for this internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a relevant degree program for the accounting department or team.

Are strong communication skills important for this role?

Yes, strong communication skills are essential for the Accounting Intern position.

What software proficiency is expected from the candidate?

The candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Will the intern be involved in meetings?

Yes, the intern will participate in monthly project forecast meetings.

Is there any form of training provided for interns?

Yes, Gilbane invests in employees’ education through Gilbane University, which is a top training organization in the construction industry.

What benefits does Gilbane offer for this internship?

Gilbane offers a competitive health and welfare benefits package and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan.

Are there any requirements regarding substance abuse testing?

Yes, qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Does Gilbane have a policy on equal opportunity employment?

Yes, Gilbane is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Providing global integrated construction and facility management services.

Real Estate
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1870
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Gilbane Building Company provides global integrated construction and facility management services. A family-owned organization with 150 years of experience and counting, our clients entrust us to deliver safe, quality projects that stand the test of time. Headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, the company has more than 50 offices at home in the United States and abroad in Japan, Afghanistan, Ireland, and the UAE. We are steadfast advocates for our clients, our employees, and the communities in which we work. Through community involvement, sustainable business practices, and unwavering integrity, we are always striving to be better and to do better. Gilbane Building Company has been honored as a three-time member of the Fortune 100 “Best Companies to Work For” list and was twice listed in Crain’s New York “Best Places To Work in New York City.” In 2017, Gilbane was named on the Crain’s Largest Construction Firms list for New York for a second year in a row, a testament to the company’s strong focus on client satisfaction and reputation for quality. Gilbane Building Company is the construction arm of Gilbane, Inc. that was founded in 1870. What began as a carpentry and general contracting shop, we have become a leading building firm, providing full construction and facilities-related services from sustainable building to the latest in construction technology for clients across various markets.