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Finance and Accounting Intern

American Foods Group
Long Prairie, MN Intern
POSTED ON 12/12/2025 CLOSED ON 12/22/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance and Accounting Intern position at American Foods Group?

Overview

Location: Long Prairie, MN

Internship Dates: Full Time for approximately 12 weeks (May - August)

As a Finance and Accounting Intern, you will: Gain knowledge and understanding of the business through hands on activities, coaching, and projects. A few learning opportunities include:

  • Assist in reconciling bank statements, general ledgers, and sub-ledgers to ensure accuracy.
  • Basics of daily cash management.
  • Support the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts under supervision.
  • Help track cash inflows and outflows, assisting with liquidity management in treasury functions.
  • Assist in gathering data for budget preparation and variance analysis.
  • Help ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Gain and understanding of management reporting and assist in the creation of reporting.
  • Conduct basic financial analysis, such as trend analysis or cost-benefit evaluations, as directed.
  • NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

  • Must have completed your Junior year at a credited College or University in a Finance or Accounting program.
  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Have the desire and ability to work well both independently and cross functionally.
  • Are willing to engage others through strong communication and leadership skills.
  • Are an inquisitive individual that has a desire to gain knowledge through experience.
  • Ability to perform all duties required in both office and manufacturing environments wearing proper PPE.
  • Have reliable transportation to and from working location.

In Return, At American Foods Group You Will Find a Winning Culture That Will Invest In You And Your Future. A Few Perks And Experiences You Will Gain

  • Earning a competitive wage.
  • Provided housing at no cost to you.
  • The opportunity to become exposed and develop knowledge and skills associated with the food processing business.
  • Thrive in a teamwork environment, honing interpersonal skills, and formulate potential career opportunities.
  • Manage various projects throughout the internship that are specific to your declared discipline.
  • Earn academic credits though a supervised educational internship (if applicable).
  • Learn specifically about American Foods Group and gain real work experience that you cannot achieve in the classroom.

For further questions and/or concerns, please contact interns@americanfoodsgroup.com

What We Offer

  • Base hourly rate of $18.00 per hour.
  • Our company supports your career growth with ongoing learning and training programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. We participate in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.

Summary

Long Prairie Packing Company, LLC an American Foods Group Company is a privately held beef processing company located in Long Prairie, Minnesota. We appreciate our employees and reward them for a job well done. As a member of the team, you will find yourself challenged and contributing in a significant way to the success of the business, and you will be rewarded for that success.

Check Out the Long Prairie, MN Area!

Improve your quality of life by residing in Long Prairie, Minnesota, a rural city located in the center of Minnesota - A short drive from many of the best recreational areas in Minnesota, and not too far from the Twin Cities and the ever-famous Mall of America! Long Prairie’s museums, scenic golf courses, and historic buildings will fulfill your diverse interests.

The Area Also Offers

  • Long Prairie Trails - 4 well-kept trails that extend throughout the entire city
  • Lake Charlotte Beach which includes a swimming beach, fishing pier and boat launch, softball fields, and much more!
  • Year-round community events that the whole family will love.

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