Intern - Operational Finance (Seattle)

About the Role

The intern assists the accounting team in meeting client contractual billing and accounts‑receivable requirements, processes vendor and subcontractor invoices, and ensures all lien waivers, contracts and insurance documents are in place. Responsibilities also include supporting the monthly close by posting or accruing client bills and project costs, handling internal and external audit requests, and facilitating data entry for project‑specific vendor invoices. Additional duties involve preparing multi‑project invoices for central posting, performing administrative tasks such as vendor setup, tax reporting, and collecting tax‑exempt certificates, and compiling backup documentation for Turner owner payment applications. The role requires providing periodic progress reports, applying academic knowledge to real‑world finance activities, and adhering to company policies and professional conduct. • Ensure client contractual billing and accounts‑receivable requirements are met. • Process vendor invoices and maintain up‑to‑date accounts payable for assigned projects. • Process subcontractor invoices, verifying lien waivers, contracts, and insurance compliance. • Assist with monthly close by posting or accruing client bills and project costs. • Respond to internal and external audit requests. • Enter project‑specific vendor data and prepare multi‑project invoices for central posting. • Perform invoice‑related administrative duties (vendor setup, tax reporting, collect tax‑exempt certificates). • Compile supporting documentation for Turner owner payment applications. • Provide periodic progress reports to supervisor. • Apply academic knowledge to real‑world finance processes. • Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures, and professional conduct. • Maintain professional relationships with employees, customers, and stakeholders. • Participate in conferences and other learning opportunities offered by the company. • Work independently with oversight and effectively collaborate in a team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸billing
• ▸accounts receivable
• ▸vendor invoicing
• ▸monthly close
• ▸audit support
• ▸progress reporting

What You Bring

The position is based in Seattle, WA and is classified as a regular, non‑exempt finance internship within Turner’s Operational Finance division. It reports to the Accounting Manager, Accountant, or Senior Accountant of Operational Finance and provides financial services support to profit centers. Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited four‑year college or university, preferably majoring in Accounting, Finance or a related field, with at least one year of coursework. The internship demands a standard work week, strong interpersonal skills demonstrated through leadership or community involvement, and a genuine interest in Turner’s finance strategy and core values. Successful interns are proactive, detail‑oriented, adaptable, and capable of working both independently and within a team environment. Essential competencies include exceptional organization, clear written and verbal communication, and intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications. The role requires the ability to navigate construction sites, including climbing stairs, ladders, and using hoists, as well as handling physical tasks such as lifting heavy objects and maintaining balance in various positions. Employees are regularly exposed to moving machinery, elevated work areas, fumes, weather conditions, and moderate to loud noise levels, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities. • Enroll in an accredited 4‑year college or university program, preferably Accounting or Finance. • Complete at least one year of relevant coursework. • Demonstrate interpersonal skills through leadership, volunteerism, or community involvement. • Show enthusiasm for Turner Finance business strategy, culture, and core values. • Exhibit proactive, detail‑oriented, flexible, and adaptable work habits. • Possess strong organizational skills and ability to manage accurate, timely information. • Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. • Demonstrate intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office.

Requirements

• ▸accounting
• ▸finance
• ▸excel
• ▸ms office
• ▸leadership
• ▸detail‑oriented

Work Environment

Office Full-Time