Accounting Intern
Vistra • Irving, Texas • Intern
Posted on Tue, Jun 9, 2026
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Job Summary
Responsible for managing assigned projects and supporting accounting team members with projects, in alignment with the finance team’s priorities.Job Description
As a key team member of the Accounting department, the intern will be responsible for managing assigned projects and supporting accounting team members with projects, in alignment with the finance team’s priorities. This position contributes to the department by improving the quality and flow of information, building departmental culture, and promoting the adoption of new processes and tools.
Based on the intern’s qualifications and interests, we will tailor the internship program and establish a relationship with the team within Accounting that best fits the needs and interests of the intern. Available teams include General Accounting, Derivatives, Cash Applications, Technical Accounting & Reporting, Fixed Assets, Retail Accounting, and Settlements Accounting.
Responsibilities
Develop and present regular and timely reports and presentations, including illustrations and graphics of Accounting initiatives and associated business outcomes
Gather data to support departmental and team reporting
Recommend and design solutions to meet needs
Benefits of Internship
Gain-hands on experience in an Accounting environment
Shadowing and training experiences with knowledgeable professionals
Opportunity to attend meetings to receive more insight to the energy business
Mentorship opportunities with Accounting leaders
Technical and Behavioral Competencies Required for this Position
Understanding of Accounting and any concentrations within it
Advanced computer skills including MS Office products
Experience working on a team
Strong communicator who can relate well to all levels
Appetite to learn something new
Time management skills – internship, school, extracurriculars
Possess and exhibit a high level of integrity
Consultative problem-solving approach
Proven track record of success, a collaborative and participative style, and the ability to make presentations to Accounting staff
Hands-on, enthusiastic, results-oriented analyst, capable of adding significant value to the existing team
Able to quickly adapt to a rapidly changing environment, deal well with ambiguity, and take ownership for decision making
Experience Skills & Education Requirements
Accounting, Finance, or another related field major
Experience working on a team
Advanced computer skills including MS Office products