Accounting Intern

Accounting Intern

Avista is an energy company involved in the production, transmission, and distribution of energy as well as other energy-related businesses located in Spokane, Washington. Its service territory covers 30,000 square miles in eastern Washington, northern Idaho, and parts of southern and eastern Oregon.

The Projects & Fixed Assets Accounting team at Avista is seeking motivated, detail-oriented, and analytical students with an interest in accounting, finance, or business analytics to join their team for a paid summer internship.

The ideal candidate is curious, organized, and eager to learn how large-scale capital projects and utility assets are accounted for in a regulated environment. This internship offers exposure to real-world accounting practices, collaboration with cross-functional project teams, and hands-on experience supporting capital investments critical to Avista's infrastructure.

Interns may support work across the following areas:

• Capital Project Accounting: Assist with tracking, reviewing, and reconciling costs related to construction and infrastructure projects, including ensuring proper capitalization of project expenditures.
• Fixed Assets Accounting: Support maintenance of fixed asset records, including asset additions, transfers, retirements, and depreciation calculations.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting: Help prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for internal reporting, audits, and regulatory filings.
• Process Improvement & Data Integrity: Assist with improving documentation, reviewing processes, and supporting data accuracy across financial systems.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with project managers, engineering, and operations teams to understand project lifecycles and financial impacts.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Undergraduate student enrolled full time in college earning a bachelor's or master's degree in one of the following: Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or another related field.
• Preferred coursework or experience in: Financial Accounting or Intermediate Accounting, Managerial or Cost Accounting, Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data organization), ERP or accounting systems exposure.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and analytical skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a professional team environment

This internship requires an on-site presence at our Spokane, Washington headquarters.

Student General Tech-1 (Freshman), Starting Salary: $19.51 per hour Student General Tech-2 (Sophomore), Starting Salary: $19.90 per hour Student General Tech-3 (Junior), Starting Salary: $20.29 per hour Student General Tech-4 (Senior), Starting Salary: $20.70 per hour

To Apply: Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".

Total Rewards: At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That's why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members and their families.

• Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
• Incentive programs rewarding performance and contributions
• Competitive paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation
• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
• Education and development support including tuition assistance
• Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
• Other optional benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)

To learn more, please visit our benefits website at

In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $19.51 to $20.70 per hour. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to humanresources@avistacorp.com.

Pre-employment screening requirements Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.

Avista's Commitment to Equal Opportunity Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.