**Accounting Intern – Waste Connections** **Department: Finance & Accounting** **Reports To: District Controller** **Internship Type: Paid ($20/hour) | Part-Time (~30 hours a week) | 12-week Summer Internship** **Location: Placerville, CA** **Overview:** Waste Connections is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Intern to join our dynamic team. This internship offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced, essential industry, providing exposure to both corporate and field operations. You’ll work closely with our Controllers and finance team while gaining insight into the operational side of our business—including ride-alongs with our garbage truck drivers to understand how accounting supports frontline operations. **Key Responsibilities:** + Accounts Payable: Assist with invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, and payment tracking. + Capital Requests: Support the review and documentation of capital expenditure proposals. + Variance Analysis: Help analyze budget vs. actual performance and prepare summary reports. + Contract Reviews: Participate in reviewing vendor and customer contracts for financial accuracy and compliance. + Journal Entries: Prepare and post journal entries under supervision, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. + Shadow Controllers: Learn directly from site Controllers about financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance. + Ride-Alongs: Join drivers on garbage truck routes to gain firsthand understanding of operational workflows and cost drivers. **Qualifications:** + Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field as a Junior or Senior. + Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with accounting software is a plus. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team. **What You’ll Gain:** + Real-world experience in a multi-site, service-based business. + Exposure to both corporate and field-level accounting practices. + Mentorship from experienced professionals. + A unique perspective on how finance supports essential services. **To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.** **We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".** **Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.**