Accounting Intern (Summer 2027)

Overview

Company Overview

Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures where we have a presence.

Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises.

Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than 30 power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers

Responsibilities

Internship Purpose

Pattern Energy is seeking a motivated Accounting Intern to join our San Francisco office. This internship will provide hands-on exposure to accounting operations while supporting initiatives focused on automating and improving accounting processes. The ideal candidate has a foundational understanding of accounting principles and an interest in applying automation and data-driven tools to make accounting workflows more efficient, accurate, and scalable. This is an excellent opportunity for a student who wants to develop traditional accounting skills while gaining experience with emerging technologies.

Internship Accountabilities

• Support the Accounting team with day-to-day accounting activities, analysis, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Review existing accounting processes and identify opportunities to reduce manual work, improve efficiency, and strengthen data accuracy.
• Assist with the development, testing, and documentation of automated accounting workflows.
• Work with tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power Query, Power Automate, and AI-enabled productivity tools, as appropriate to assigned projects.
• Partner with Accounting and cross-functional stakeholders to understand current processes, pain points, and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare and present findings, process improvements, and project outcomes to members of the Accounting team.
• Complete a meaningful summer project and present findings and recommendations at the conclusion of the internship

Internship Learning & Development Opportunities:

Through this internship, the Accounting Intern will have the opportunity to:

• Gain practical experience with accounting operations in a business environment.
• Develop experience identifying and solving real-world process inefficiencies.
• Strengthen skills in accounting, financial data analysis, automation, and technology.
• Collaborate with experienced Accounting and Finance professionals.
• Work with experienced professionals across multiple disciplines and participate in Pattern's broader Early Careers programming

Qualifications

Education/Experience Required

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Coursework or practical experience demonstrating familiarity with fundamental accounting concepts.
• Strong proficiency or interest in Microsoft Excel, including working with financial or operational data.
• Familiarity with or strong interest in workflow automation, data analytics, or process improvement.
• Exposure to tools such as Power Query, Power BI, Power Automate, Python, SQL are a plus but not required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

The expected starting pay rate for this role is $28.00 - $30.00 USD/Hour. This range is an estimate and pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education.

Pattern Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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