2026 Accounting Intern

BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering and surveying services across California, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. With offices throughout California and the Portland area, BKF has served transportation, water resources, land development, government, and federal clients for over 110 years.

At BKF, you’ll find a unique opportunity to grow your career with intention. Our culture values professional autonomy, innovation, and meaningful collaboration across offices. We are proud to be recognized with the Great Place to Work certification for the second year in a row.

As a Summer Intern on BKF’s Finance and Accounting team, you will play a meaningful role in supporting the firm’s financial operations while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic consulting environment. This position offers the opportunity to work with our cost accounting system, develop an understanding of consulting contracts, and ensure alignment with internal processes and procedures. You’ll collaborate with experienced professionals, contribute to real projects, and build a strong foundation in financial analysis, compliance, and operational excellence—all while being part of a supportive and growth-oriented team at BKF. This is a remote position with the option to be hybrid if a BKF office is nearby. The ideal internship period runs from early May through the end of August, with the potential for extension. Hours are flexible during the academic year and transition to a full-time (40-hour) schedule over the summer.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing, vendor communication, and payment reconciliation.
• Perform daily bank reconciliation.
• Assist with the company’s EFT payment campaign for vendors and EFT/lockbox payment or campaign for clients.
• Assist with collection efforts.
• Support the month-end close process by preparing journal entries and reconciling balance sheet accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Conduct data entry and maintenance of financial records in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist with internal and external audit activities, including gathering supporting documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Assist with project setups in company ERP system, Deltek Vantagepoint
• Participate in special projects as assigned, such as process improvement or system implementations.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data and reports.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy of work output.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Enthusiasm for learning and willingness to take on new challenges.
• Previous internship or relevant work experience is preferred but not required.

Physical Demands: Mostly a sedentary position, normal bending, stooping and lifting required. Must be able to visually interpret written text, prepare written documents, communicate by telephone and use a computer. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Conditions:

Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. This is a remote position with the option to be hybrid if a BKF office is nearby.

Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $23.00 - $28.00 which may vary depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location.
• Enjoy tasty snacks and drinks every day, plus weekly office meals
• Join a workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Benefit from unlimited training opportunities and our SPARK mentorship program
• Experience a vibrant company culture with engaging events and activities
• Get involved in Employee Resource Groups for a welcoming atmosphere for all

BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

BKF Engineers does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and a specific solicitation for the position or other approved engagement request for the position with BKF Engineers, BKF Engineers reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited submittals are done at the risk of the recruiter.

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