Division:
Michigan
Project Location(s):
Detroit, MI 48226 USA
Minimum Years Experience:
Travel Involved:
Job Type:
Regular
Job Classification:
Intern
Education:
Job Family: Finance
Compensation: Intern Non-Exempt
Position Description:
Participate in a structured Intern Program designed to apply academic knowledge to real-world business scenarios. Build
foundational knowledge in Operational Finance, including training on accounting fundamentals, project finance concepts, and
financial systems. Support day-to-day financial management activities across key accounting functions including Accounts
Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Reconciliation, and Special Services. Contribute to data collection, reporting, and
analysis efforts while assisting with process improvements related to budgeting, cost tracking, variance analysis, and operational
performance metrics. Gain exposure to emerging technologies, including use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data tools in
finance to support analysis, improve efficiency, and enhance reporting processes.
Where applicable this assignment will support learning that applies to earning educational credits. Intern may be assigned to a
single construction project on a construction job site or to an office location supporting multiple projects. This opportunity is
available during summer.
Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:
* Engage with full participation and immersion of Intern Program, take ownership to fulfill learning requirements and
assigned responsibilities, while coordinating with supervisors to effectively prioritize work, manage time, and ensure
successful completion of program and project deliverables.
* Learn, understand, and apply Turner financial accounting processes, including construction accounting principles, earnings,
and revenue recognition, with guidance from your supervisor.
* Follow company and Finance policies related to financial reporting, confidentiality, and data governance.
* Learn and develop skills related to effective communication, conflict resolution, taking direction, and teamwork. Maintain
professional relationships with colleagues, clients, and business partners.
* Participate in training sessions, meetings, project site visits, and other learning opportunities provided through Intern
Program.
* Review billing details against client contractual requirements for accuracy, review contracts and invoice backup for accurate
accounts receivable.
* Assist with validating coding of project costs and comparing invoices and expenses to project cost coding structures.
* Support Shared Services Organization (SSO) with invoice processing tasks, verify subcontractor and vendor accounts status,
including lien waivers and recoded costs to support accurate month-end work-in-place reporting.
* Assist with analyzing budgets and reallocating costs through preparation of journal entries and in support of month-end
close process. Assist with monitoring project cash flow, including billings, collections, and payments, and prepare payments
held reports to support team communication and visibility.
* Support under and overbilling analysis and participate in team meetings to support communication of project status.
* Gain exposure to Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled tools and data analytics techniques to support financial analysis,
reporting, and process efficiencies.
* Contribute to process improvement initiatives, identify opportunities to use AI technology and automation to standardize
financial workflows, templates, and reports.
* Prepare ad hoc analyses and presentations to support financial reviews and management requests.
* Share periodic progress updates with your supervisor and engage in feedback conversations to support learning and
professional growth.
* Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
* Enrolled in a 2- or 4-year college or university offering accredited degree programs in Accounting, Finance, or related field
of study with at least 1 year of completed coursework or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
* Must be 18 years of age to work at a construction project site
* Must be willing to work a standard work week
* Basic understanding of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) (e.g., journal entries, general ledger)
* Demonstrate interpersonal skills through leadership, campus involvement, or community activities
* Demonstrate interest in learning how finance supports real-world construction projects and business operations, including
use of data and emerging technologies (e.g., Artificial Intelligence (AI))
* Ability to take direction, actively listen, ask questions, and follow tasks through to completion within established deadlines
* Highly organized with attention to detail to accurately document and perform data entry
* Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills, English language required
* Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
* Able to work independently with guidance and collaboratively within a team
* Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications with intermediate Excel skills, and familiar with
collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, SharePoint)
* Understand Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools desired, and demonstrate willingness to learn how to apply them to improve
financial processes
* Some travel may be required, access to reliable transportation
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be... For full info follow application link.
Turner is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
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