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Accounting Intern

Yesterday Draper, UT

Job ID: 520778

Jack B. Parson Companies, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Position Overview

Jack B. Parson Ready Mix (JBP), a CRH company and a leading ready-mix concrete producer in Northern Utah, offers full-time summer accounting internships for a select group of high-performing candidates.

Our summer internship program is designed to give students meaningful exposure to accounting within a high-volume, operationally driven construction materials business. The program allows candidates to evaluate JBP and CRH as long-term career opportunities while giving our leadership team the opportunity to assess a candidate's analytical ability, work ethic, and long-term fit within our organization.

As a JBP accounting intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting plant-level and corporate accounting functions that directly impact production reporting, cost control, and operational performance. At the conclusion of the internship, interns will present key learnings and project outcomes to JBP leadership.

We are looking for students with leadership potential, strong analytical capability, attention to detail, and an interest in the construction materials industry

Program Structure

The internship is approximately twelve (12) weeks in duration, beginning in early to mid-May and concluding in August.

Interns will work primarily in Northern Utah, with time spent at our Draper headquarters and other operational locations as needed.

Assignments will provide exposure to:

  • Operational & Production Accounting
  • Transactional Shared Services (AP/AR/Procurement)
  • Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
  • Plant-Level Financial Reporting & Cost Analysis




Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
  • Assist with daily and weekly production reporting for multiple ready-mix plants
  • Support monthly close processes, including accruals and cost reconciliations
  • Assist in analyzing margin contribution (MC), cost per yard, and operational KPIs
  • Provide support with accounts payable, billings, procurement, and receivables
  • Help reconcile production, materials usage, and inventory data
  • Support development of dashboards and performance reporting tools
  • Assist with process improvement initiatives to increase reporting accuracy and efficiency
  • Perform general accounting and administrative support as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements
  • Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting
  • Sophomore standing or higher in an undergraduate or postgraduate program
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 on a 4.0 scale
  • Willingness to work in Draper, UT and travel to other Northern Utah locations as needed

Ideal Candidate Profile
    • Understanding of basic accounting principles
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
    • High level of integrity and accountability
    • Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
    • Strong organizational and time-management skills
    • Interest in operational finance and construction materials

Key Competencies

Teamwork - Contributes to a positive, performance-driven culture.

Planning & Organization - Manages time effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Professionalism - Demonstrates accountability, composure, and maturity in interactions.

Adaptability - Comfortable working in a dynamic operational environment with shifting priorities.

Initiative - Proactively seeks opportunities to add value and improve processes.

Quality & Accuracy - Maintains high standards in reporting and analysis; focuses on precision and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

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The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands for computer and office equipment operation. The employee may occasionally stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 lbs.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

This role is primarily based in an office setting at JBP locations. Occasional visits to plant sites may be required to gain operational understanding and exposure.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements necessary to successfully perform the role. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements are subject to modification by Jack B. Parson Ready Mix and its leadership team.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

  • Highly competitive base pay
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
  • Group retirement savings program
  • Health and wellness programs
  • An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion


About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Jack B. Parson Companies, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Client-provided location(s): Draper, UT
Job ID: CRH_FGB-520778-en_US
Employment Type: INTERN
Posted: 2026-02-27T19:17:59

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K) With Company Matching
      • Profit Sharing
    • Professional Development

      • Diversity and Inclusion