Intern, Accounting

McCormick Taylor, Inc. is a full-service professional services consulting firm providing creative design, planning, and environmental solutions to the challenges of everyday life. Since 1946, we’ve focused on our relationships with people—our employees, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our company culture matters because our people matter. We strive to create pathways for career advancement that suit the individual. We embrace the cultural shift toward a greater work-life balance.

Position Summary

McCormick Taylor’s internship program is designed to ensure our interns gain as much real-world experience as possible. As part of our Accounting Department, the Accounting Intern will support project accountants and finance staff in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with project invoicing, and contributing to the financial health of ongoing projects. This role is ideal for students pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or business administration who are eager to apply their coursework in a professional environment and learn about accounting operations within the A/E/C (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry.

The Accounting Intern will gain hands-on experience with project accounting processes, financial reporting, and software systems such as Deltek Vantagepoint, while developing strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills in a collaborative team setting.

Responsibilities

Project Accounting Support
•    Assist Project Accountants in preparing project setup forms, budgets, and financial tracking reports.
•    Help review and reconcile labor, expense, and billing data to ensure accuracy and consistency across systems.
•    Support the preparation and review of client invoices, verifying correct labor and expense charges.
•    Update and maintain project financial data in Deltek Vantagepoint and Excel.
•    Assist with project close-out activities, ensuring all financial information is properly documented.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
•    Prepare and maintain reports related to accounts receivable, billing status, and project performance metrics.
•    Support monthly financial review processes by compiling and organizing data for management review.
•    Conduct data entry and assist with audits, reconciliations, and financial documentation as needed.
Administrative and Team Support
•    Participate in team meetings and collaborate with project managers, accounting staff, and other departments.
•    Assist in improving internal accounting workflows, documentation, and data organization.
•    Perform other accounting or administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications
•    Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
•    Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Deltek Vantagepoint or similar accounting software is a plus.
•    Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Effective written and verbal communication skills.
•    Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively.
 

What You’ll Gain
•    Hands-on experience with accounting systems and processes in a professional consulting environment.
•    Exposure to project-based accounting in the A/E/C industry.
•    Mentorship and guidance from experienced accounting professionals.
•    The opportunity to build technical and interpersonal skills that support future career growth in accounting or finance.