Clēnera is a tier-one developer and independent power producer located in Boise, Idaho, and is the U.S. subsidiary of Enlight Renewable Energy (Nasdaq: ENLT). We develop, finance, construct, own, and operate utility-scale solar and energy storage facilities throughout the United States. In its 2025 analysis of solar independent power producers, S&P Global ranked Clēnera as a top ten U.S. owner of planned installations in the next five years. Clēnera has over 1.9 GW of solar and 5.1 GWh of storage in operations or construction, and a development pipeline totaling 17.8 GW of solar and 51.1 GWh of storage across 23 states. Our company culture is at the core of everything we do, so you’ll regularly find Caring, Committed, and Courageous individuals who value respectful, cross-functional collaboration with partners internally and externally. With our tremendous portfolio growth, we are increasing our headcount to meet the demands of the business. Are you ready to change the world with us?
Clēnera is a tier-one developer and independent power producer located in Boise, Idaho, and is the U.S. subsidiary of Enlight Renewable Energy (Nasdaq: ENLT). We develop, finance, construct, own, and operate utility-scale solar and energy storage facilities throughout the United States. In its 2025 analysis of solar independent power producers, S&P Global ranked Clēnera as a top ten U.S. owner of planned installations in the next five years. Clēnera has over 1.9 GW of solar and 5.1 GWh of storage in operations or construction, and a development pipeline totaling 17.8 GW of solar and 51.1 GWh of storage across 23 states. Our company culture is at the core of everything we do, so you’ll regularly find Caring, Committed, and Courageous individuals who value respectful, cross-functional collaboration with partners internally and externally. With our tremendous portfolio growth, we are increasing our headcount to meet the demands of the business. Are you ready to change the world with us?ABOUT THE ROLE
The internship program at Clēnera is designed to give current undergraduates an opportunity to immerse themselves into the complex world of renewable energy. We have created thoughtful experiences across the company to provide meaningful experiences for the interns and value for the organization. Students who will be successful in this program will bring a passion for the renewable energy industry, a strong work ethic centered around self-motivation, and a desire to learn and grow by working alongside some of the best and brightest in the industry.
The Accounting Intern is responsible for assisting with basic financial tasks, such as reconciling accounts, preparing financial statements, and maintaining accurate records. You will be guided by senior accounting professionals in a rapidly growing organization with complex organizational and partnership structures.
*Paid 12-week internship opportunity starting in May/June 2027.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Review and support the preparation of a variety of financial transactions for completeness, accuracy, and conformity with accounting policies, GAAP, company procedures, and any other applicable regulatory standards within a complex organizational/partnership structure.
Review and support the preparation of journal entries, complete balance sheet reconciliations and other month-end closing activities.
Prepare financial reports and records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities.
Prepare consolidated financial statements for financial position forecasts, annual budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.
Analyze contracts for accounting requirements and ensure accounting entries and reports agree with applicable contracts.
Support the Accounting team with tasks related to period close in a timely and accurate manner.
Collaborate with individual department, as well as cross-functionally with other departments within the organization.
Maintain organizational excellence in terms of project timelines and deliverables.
Demonstrates the Clēnera Core Values of Caring, Committed, and Courageous.
Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Undergraduate or graduate student, preferably entering their final year, pursuing a degree in accounting.
Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and an ability to learn company-specific software programs, tools, processes, and machines.
Skills/Attributes:
Basic understanding of accounting principles and proficiency with accounting software.
Developing basic analytical skills; able to identify discrepancies under supervision and resolve routine issues.
Prioritizes tasks effectively to meet deadlines during month-end close and reporting cycles.
Works cooperatively with colleagues across departments to support shared financial goals.
Responds positively to changes in procedures, systems, or priorities, maintaining productivity.
Self-motivated to work through complex problems and competing priorities, including a high level of detail and organization.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
*Recruiting agencies, we are not currently accepting unsolicited referrals for this or any open role. We will not pay any fee associated with unsolicited referrals. At Clēnera, LLC, we’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by state or federal law.