Accounting Intern

Hensel Phelps • Greeley, CO • 4d ago

About Hensel Phelps

At Hensel Phelps, we don't just build projects-we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized General Accounting Intern to support the day-to-day activities of the accounting team. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience with general accounting processes, including account reconciliations, journal entry support, financial data review, and maintaining accounting documentation. This is a part-time, in-person, role located in Greeley. Average working hours will be 15-20 a week between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with preparing and reviewing general ledger account reconciliations

Support the preparation and entry of journal entries

Review accounting transactions for accuracy, completeness, and proper coding

Assist with researching and resolving account discrepancies

Perform basic data entry and financial analysis as needed

Assist with month-end accounting and closing activities

Organize and maintain accounting records and supporting documentation

Assist with gathering documentation for internal and external audits

Support special accounting projects and financial reporting as needed

Provide general clerical and administrative support to the accounting team

Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and company information

Qualifications

Strong computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Excel

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Good organizational and time management skills

Ability to follow established processes and meet deadlines

Strong communication skills

Ability to handle confidential information responsibly

Preferred (Not Required):

Previous accounting, bookkeeping, or office experience

Experience with Microsoft Excel, including basic formulas, sorting, and filtering

Physical Requirements

Moderate Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/@type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.

Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.

Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.

The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.

Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.

The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.

Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.

Climbing - Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.

Balancing - Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.

Stooping - Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.

Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.

Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures

Frequently exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Education

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree related to accounting at an accredited university.

Compensation Data (Colorado Only)

Hourly Wage: $21.00 USD

Benefits

Hensel Phelps believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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