Accounting Intern
Washington, DC
Internship
Student (College)
Accounting Internship (Summer 2026)
GCS-SIGAL is built on teamwork, with teams built on a foundation of a passion for construction, taking ownership of the success of our projects, and empowering everyone on our team to make meaningful contributions to our work. If you have the desire to join a growing, results-oriented organization, you will love building your career at GCS-SIGAL.
Position Overview
As an Accounting Intern at GCS-SIGAL, you will have the opportunity to gain real-world business, accounting, and financial training that will teach you all aspects of financial management pertaining to running a successful business. You will be exposed to basic accounting procedures and principles ranging from accounts payable and receivable systems to financial statements, preparations, and analysis.
Position Functions
• Creatively solve challenges that arise on projects with a positive attitude.
• Assist in processing expense and allowance payments and reports.
• Collect invoices from vendors, then code and upload them into accounting software.
• Initiate payment of vendor invoices.
• Conduct statement reviews.
• Review and process subcontractor’s requisitions for payment.
• Confirm subcontractor compliance with lien waivers.
• Confirm vendor compliance before issuing payment (insurance, business license, etc.)
• Confirm project management compliance before a final payment is issued to a subcontractor.
• Print and obtain signatures on all accounts payable checks.
• Distribute signed checks as required.
• Assist in ensuring all negotiated contracts are paid as agreed upon.
• Assist in answering vendor inquiries.
• Assist with monthly closings.
Experience/Education
• Pursuing a MS or MS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative work style.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to multi-task in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs.
• Demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards.
GCS|SIGAL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment background check.
GCS-SIGAL is built on teamwork, with teams built on a foundation of a passion for construction, taking ownership of the success of our projects, and empowering everyone on our team to make meaningful contributions to our work. If you have the desire to join a growing, results-oriented organization, you will love building your career at GCS-SIGAL.
Position Overview
As an Accounting Intern at GCS-SIGAL, you will have the opportunity to gain real-world business, accounting, and financial training that will teach you all aspects of financial management pertaining to running a successful business. You will be exposed to basic accounting procedures and principles ranging from accounts payable and receivable systems to financial statements, preparations, and analysis.
Position Functions
• Creatively solve challenges that arise on projects with a positive attitude.
• Assist in processing expense and allowance payments and reports.
• Collect invoices from vendors, then code and upload them into accounting software.
• Initiate payment of vendor invoices.
• Conduct statement reviews.
• Review and process subcontractor’s requisitions for payment.
• Confirm subcontractor compliance with lien waivers.
• Confirm vendor compliance before issuing payment (insurance, business license, etc.)
• Confirm project management compliance before a final payment is issued to a subcontractor.
• Print and obtain signatures on all accounts payable checks.
• Distribute signed checks as required.
• Assist in ensuring all negotiated contracts are paid as agreed upon.
• Assist in answering vendor inquiries.
• Assist with monthly closings.
Experience/Education
• Pursuing a MS or MS Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative work style.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to multi-task in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs.
• Demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards.
GCS|SIGAL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment background check.
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