ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.
We are seeking an Accounting Intern to join our Finance & Accounting team. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience by supporting accounts payable and general accounting activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations. This internship offers the opportunity to work closely with our accounting team and develop practical skills in a professional environment.Job Description
What You’ll Do:
Assist with bank reconciliations and account reviews.
Process vendor invoices, maintain vendor files, and reconcile vendor statements.
Ensure proper documentation (W-9s, 1099s, etc.) is collected and accurate.
Support invoice tracking, coding, and variance resolution with other departments.
Assist with filing, expense reporting (Concur), and preparation of simple reports.
Contribute to month-end close tasks, including reconciliations and journal entries.
Collaborate with team members on ad-hoc accounting projects.
Required Skills and Competencies
What We’re Looking For:
Associate’s degree in Accounting required; Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience).
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and accounting/ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Acciona Internship Program
As part of the Acciona Internship Program, you'll be assigned specific projects and goals, carefully defined by your manager, to apply your field of study through hands-on experience.
You’ll also have the chance to connect with fellow interns during fun activities, such as a site visit to our Wind and PV facility, a summer company outing, and weekly intern lunches every Friday. You'll be part of our vibrant Chicago office community, where you can participate in various events and wellness activities open to all employees.
Our downtown Chicago office offers a modern, open layout with plenty of collaborative spaces and break-out areas. Enjoy daily perks like coffee, complimentary healthy snacks, and free access to the building’s fitness center, making it an inspiring and comfortable place to work.
Interns will work 40 hours a week, on-site in the Chicago office.
Benefits
In addition to your base compensation, we offer other employment incentives, such as the option to enroll in the company’s benefit during your internship (medical, dental, vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program, HSA company contribution, FSA options).
Job Location:
55 E. Monroe St., Suite 2009
Chicago, IL 60603
As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.
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