Accounting Intern

Job Title: Accounting Intern
Department: Accounting
Location: Houston, TX
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Waste Resource Management is an environmental services company based in Houston, TX, with rapidly growing operations in TX, CO, FL, and NV.

WRM is known for having a commitment to saving water and protecting the environment. The safety of employees, communities, and the environment are placed ahead of all other priorities. The company is committed to building a culture that is focused on customer service, continuous improvement, respect, safety, compliance, and honesty.

WRM is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Intern to participate in a 10–12 week internship program supporting the company's Accounting and Finance functions. This internship provides hands‑on exposure to real‑world accounting processes, financial reporting, data analysis, reconciliations, and business operations within a growing environmental services organization.

The selected intern will work alongside experienced accounting professionals and will be paired with a mentor throughout the program to provide guidance, professional development, and hands‑on learning opportunities.

As a key component of the internship, the Accounting Intern will complete a capstone project focused on identifying an opportunity to make a measurable and impactful improvement to an existing accounting process
. At the conclusion of the internship, the intern will present their findings and recommendations to company leadership.

• Assist with day-to-day accounting and financial activities.
• Support account reconciliations and review financial information for accuracy.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and month-end activities as assigned.
• Support financial data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Assist with maintaining accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Review accounting processes and workflows to identify potential opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in Accounting and Finance team meetings and cross-functional business discussions.
• Assist with special projects related to accounting, financial reporting, process improvement, and business operations.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries for Accounting and Finance leadership.
• Work with an assigned mentor to gain practical knowledge of the accounting profession and develop professional skills.
• Complete a capstone project focused on creating a measurable and impactful improvement to an accounting process.
• Present capstone findings, recommendations, and anticipated business impact to company leadership at the conclusion of the internship.

• Currently enrolled full-time as a Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
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• Basic understanding of accounting and financial principles.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Power Point .
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, receive feedback, and take initiative.
• Must be living in the Houston, Texas area for the duration of the internship program
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• Hands‑on experience with real‑world accounting and financial processes.
• Exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, general ledger activities, and financial reporting.
• Mentorship from experienced Accounting and Finance professionals.
• Opportunities to develop analytical, technical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Exposure to the financial…