Intern - Accounting & Finance and Customer Operations

About Us

SoCalGas, the nation’s largest gas distribution utility, is dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and affordable energy to over 21 million Southern California customers. Through innovation, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to the needs of our communities we proudly uphold our mindset of “Glad to be of Service”  and  provide exceptional customer service today and ready to meet California’s energy needs with innovative solutions for tomorrow.

As an employee of SoCalGas, you will support our core values to do the right thing, champion people, and shape the future. You will play a pivotal role in the energy transition initiatives, supporting our mission: Safe, reliable, and affordable energy delivery today. Ready for tomorrow.  We are committed to attracting top talent and fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the vibrant communities we serve. 

As an employee of SoCalGas, you’ll enjoy a competitive compensation plan, upward mobility opportunities and the ability to find a true work life balance.  Discover the rewards of joining SoCalGas by exploring our website: Our Mission; Sustainability, In the Community, and Employee Benefits. Join SoCalGas today and become a vital part of a team that is driving innovation, championing community needs, and shaping the future of energy in California.

Primary Purpose

Performs foundational accounting tasks, including journal entries and reconciliations, to maintain accurate financial records. Supports timely reporting that enables compliance and operational transparency.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs routine accounting activities such as preparing journal entries, assisting with monthly and quarterly close processes, and supporting general ledger maintenance.
• Reviews and posts journal entries, reconciles account balances, and investigates discrepancies to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Supports the maintenance and functionality of accounting systems, identifying and reporting any operational issues.
• Analyzes and resolves outstanding items in the general ledger, including historical balances, through detailed research and collaboration with relevant teams.
• Monitors compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures, helping to ensure adherence to financial controls and reporting standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Typically requires a 4 year degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Experience

• Typically requires 0 years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Financial Accounting - The process of recording, summarizing and reporting a company's business transactions through financial statements.
• General Ledger Administration - The record-keeping system for a company's financial data, with debit and credit account records validated by a trial balance.
• Financial Regulatory Reporting - Financial reporting is a standard accounting practice that uses financial statements to disclose a company's financial information and performance over a particular period, usually on an annual or quarterly basis.
• Data Analysis - Measuring and managing organization data, identifying methodological best practices and conducting statistical analyses.
• Regulatory Compliance - Ensuring an organization's adherence to laws, regulations, guidelines and specifications relevant to its business processes.
• Account Reconciliations - Comparing sets of financial records to ensure accuracy and prevent balance sheet errors.
• Financial Analysis - Analyzes the financial statements and data to provide insights about the financial performance and position of the organization over time.
• Documents Management - Creating, distributing, using, maintaining and disposition of recorded information maintained as evidence of business activities and transactions.
• Accounting Standards - Apply financial reporting framework prescribed by the relevant governing body to ensure all transactions meet regulatory requirements.
• Financial Forecasting - The ability to prepare and present financial statements and reports, such as monthly financial statements and work-in-progress reports, to stakeholders.