Accounts Payable Intern

Job Description

Accounts Payable Intern | Kimley-Horn

The Tone:
This is an internship at Kimley-Horn, located in Phoenix, AZ during the summer/fall of 2026. Kimley-Horn is recognized as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” operating as a prominent organization. This role is crucial for supporting the corporate Business and Accounting team by ensuring accurate and compliant financial processing. As an intern, you will contribute directly to the efficient operation of the company’s financial systems.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person Phoenix, AZ

• Team: Corporate Business and Accounting team
• Mission: Ensure accuracy and compliance in processing invoices and expenses to support the company’s financial operations.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook

What You’ll Actually Do
• Invoice Processing: Process vendor and sub-consultant invoices, releases, and check requests.
• Financial Review: Review invoices for accuracy, appropriate approvals, valid sales and use tax, and correct general ledger coding.
• Expense Approval: Review and approve expense reports to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Employee Follow-up: Follow up with employees regarding items such as unallowable expenses, missing receipts, or clarification on expenses.
• Vendor Management: Verify payment information and vendor set-up.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level position for individuals actively completing an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Accounting or a relevant field.
• Experience: Working knowledge and practical experience with Microsoft Office suite, including Excel and Outlook.
• Skills: High degree of professionalism and strong people skills, effective communication, strong attention to detail, excellent teamwork, and the ability to multi-task effectively in a deadline-driven environment.