Accounting Internship – Alpha Energy Solutions, Odessa TX – Onsite
Position Summary
Our client, Alpha Energy Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Intern to assist the Accounting Department with payroll tax reconciliation and payroll-related accounting functions. This internship offers hands-on experience working with payroll data, tax reporting, and financial reconciliations using Paycom.
Please note that this role is on-site in Odessa, TX and is roughly 10 hours per week. It is also a job that can continue into the fall and be a long-term opportunity. Great work experience!
The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and comfortable working with numbers while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Reconcile payroll tax liabilities and payroll tax reports within Paycom.
- Review payroll reports for accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- Compare payroll tax filings to general ledger balances and supporting documentation.
- Research and assist in resolving payroll tax variances.
- Assist with payroll audits and payroll tax compliance projects.
- Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for payroll transactions.
- Prepare spreadsheets and reconciliation reports using Microsoft Excel.
- Collaborate with the Accounting and Payroll teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Assist with month-end accounting activities as assigned.
- Perform other accounting and administrative duties as needed.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and data organization.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling payroll information.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework in Accounting or Payroll Accounting.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, PivotTables, or similar functions.
- Familiarity with payroll systems such as Paycom is a plus but not required.
Learning Opportunities
Throughout the internship, the selected candidate will gain experience in:
- Payroll tax reconciliation
- Payroll accounting
- Paycom payroll system
- Financial reconciliations
- Payroll tax compliance
- Excel reporting and data analysis
- Internal accounting controls
- Professional accounting practices
Why Join Alpha Energy Solutions?
This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical accounting experience while working directly with payroll tax reconciliations and financial reporting. The selected candidate will develop valuable technical skills in Paycom, Excel, and payroll accounting while supporting a collaborative accounting team.