Accounting Intern

WHO WE ARE

We are proudly recognized as one of South Carolina’s Top Workplaces for over six consecutive years in a row. Explore career opportunities at Transworld Electric, and within the BCES Global Network, and discover where an exciting career in the electrical industry can take you! Built on legacy. Driven by growth. Invested in you. Together, we’re powering the future through innovation, opportunity, and a shared commitment to excellence.

WHAT WE OFFER

• 401K with 7% matching and immediate vesting
• 100% employer paid benefits
• Paid PTO
• Career development and advancement opportunities

WHAT WE NEED

The Accounting Intern will work closely with Transworld Electric's finance team to support core accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role is a hands-on opportunity to build real-world accounting experience within a growing electrical contracting business, with exposure to both day-to-day bookkeeping and higher-level financial reporting processes.

This is a 3-4 month paid internship, Ideal for new graduates. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing, including invoice entry, coding, and vendor/customer follow-up.
• Support monthly bank and account reconciliations.
• Help prepare journal entries and supporting documentation for month-end close.
• Assist with filing, organizing, and maintaining accurate financial records and documentation.
• Support the preparation of basic financial reports and schedules under the guidance of senior accounting staff.
• Help track and reconcile project-level job costing data, including vendor invoices and purchase orders.
• Assist with data entry and cleanup within the company's accounting software.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team as needed.

WHAT YOU BRING

Required

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (undergraduate students in their junior or senior year preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and comfort working with numbers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, data entry, sorting/filtering).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion.

Preferred

• Prior coursework in financial or managerial accounting.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar ERP systems).
• Interest in construction, electrical contracting, or project-based job costing.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

• Direct mentorship from experienced accounting and finance professionals.
• Hands-on exposure to the full accounting cycle, from transaction entry through month-end close.
• Practical experience with job costing and project-based accounting in the construction/electrical industry.
• A real-world understanding of how a finance team supports an operating business, beyond classroom theory.
• A strong foundation and reference for future accounting or finance roles.

Transworld Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by South Carolina or federal law.