Accounting Intern- Summer 2026

Job description

Accounting Intern – Waste Connections Department: Finance & Accounting: Reports To: District Controller Internship Type: Paid ($30/hour) | Part-Time (~30 hours a week) | 12-week Summer Internship 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. Sh...