Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Project Accounting Intern

Accounts Payable/ReceivablePosted on Nov 10

Internship · Spring 2027Charlotte, NC, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Must be a full-time student currently enrolled throughout the duration of the internship.
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office products.
Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive financial information.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation and review of client invoices and billing documentation.
Support project accountants with tracking project budgets, labor utilization, expenses, and contract values.
Review employee timesheets and expense reports for accuracy and completeness.
Help maintain project financial records within the firm's accounting and project management systems.
Assist with accounts receivable activities, including invoice tracking and payment follow-up.
Support monthly project financial reporting and account reconciliations.
Organize and maintain electronic project accounting files and documentation.
Assist in performing data entry and financial analysis as needed.
Collaborate with project managers and accounting staff to ensure accurate project financial information.
Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives within the Accounting department.

Desired Qualifications

Interest in the AEC industry, project accounting, or corporate finance.
Exposure to Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint or similar ERP/accounting systems.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated with a positive attitude and professional work ethic.
Ability to balance multiple tasks with accuracy and accountability.

Talbert, Bright & Ellington, Inc. (TBE) is a full-service, professional aviation engineering firm focused on the planning, design, and construction for airports in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Florida. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina for over 30 years, TBE employs more than 95 professionals.

The Project Accounting Intern will support the Accounting and Finance team by assisting with project financial tracking, billing, reporting, and administrative accounting tasks. This internship provides hands-on exposure to the financial operations of a professional services firm, with a focus on project-based accounting within the engineering and consulting industry.

This internship is based on site in Charlotte, NC and is available during the Spring term, with the option to extend, offering flexible part-time or full-time schedules.

To be eligible for the internship program, you must be a full-time student currently enrolled throughout the duration of the internship

Assist with the preparation and review of client invoices and billing documentation.
Support project accountants with tracking project budgets, labor utilization, expenses, and contract values.
Review employee timesheets and expense reports for accuracy and completeness.
Help maintain project financial records within the firm's accounting and project management systems.
Assist with accounts receivable activities, including invoice tracking and payment follow-up.
Support monthly project financial reporting and account reconciliations.
Organize and maintain electronic project accounting files and documentation.
Assist in performing data entry and financial analysis as needed.
Collaborate with project managers and accounting staff to ensure accurate project financial information.
Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives within the Accounting department.

Learning Opportunities and Skill Development:

Understanding of project-based accounting workflow in an engineering firm
Exposure to Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint (or similar ERP/accounting systems)
Insight into how project budgets, labor hours, and expenses drive billing cycles
Experience collaborating with project managers, HR, and administrative staff
Hands-on accounting that builds a foundation for future full-cycle roles

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office products.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive financial information.

Preferred Attributes:

Interest in the AEC industry, project accounting, or corporate finance
Self-motivated with a positive attitude and professional work ethic
Ability to balance multiple tasks with accuracy and accountability

About the Company

Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Trilon Group provides infrastructure consulting in transportation, water, and municipal systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. It works by partnering with local governments, municipalities, and private clients to deliver planning, design support, and project management through fee-based engagements, expanding capabilities through alliances with firms like Rinker Design Associates and Wilson Engineers. The company differentiates itself with a platform-style growth approach backed by private equity and a People First culture focused on talent development. Its goal is to expand service offerings and market presence in the Mid-Atlantic by building scalable partnerships and using capital to support growth.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $200M
Headquarters: Denver, CO
Founded: 2021

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