Financial Accounting Intern - June 2026

Join us today as a Financial Accounting Intern - June 2026!First Business Bank is a Top Workplaces USA company, learn more here.  At the heart of First Business Bank, we believe success comes down to putting people first. Our people are our priority — they embody ambition, experience, and client focus. The result is extremely engaged employees who provide unmatched client satisfaction. With comprehensive total rewards to support our team members, a commitment to valuing each other’s differences, and a focus on improving our communities, we are confident you’ll find the experience is your advantage. We’re delighted you’re considering joining us Overview:The Financial Accounting Internship will provide the opportunity to learn from a highly skilled team of professionals within the finance and accounting team of a publicly traded (NASDAQ: FBIZ), multi-billion dollar, commercially focused financial services company based in Madison, Wisconsin. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the internship will provide a clear understanding of the roles and expectations of an entry-level accountant at a fast-paced public company through hands-on experience and will also participate in a broader internship experience, offering exposure into a variety of functional areas of the finance and accounting department. Important Information – Internship Length, Hours, & Schedule:  This internship will start June of 2026 and will be fully onsite at our Madison, WI location. Fully remote during the school year with flexibility of working hours, requesting a consistent minimum of 10 hours per week. It will run through the end of the school year for May 2027.  

• Month-End Close Participation

• Assist in month-end close process by preparing journal entries, supporting account analysis, and contributing to the preparation of financial statements.
• Gain exposure to the full close cycle and understand how financial data is consolidated and reported.

• General Ledger & Account Reconciliations

• Complete assigned general ledger account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Participate in reconciling internal checking accounts and investigating variances.
• Learn how reconciliations support financial integrity and audit readiness.

• SOX Compliance Support

• Maintain and update the master control list used for SOX planning and testing.
• Collaborate with team members to document control changes.
• Understand the role of internal controls in financial reporting and compliance.

• Accounts Payable Processing

• Assist with coding invoices to appropriate general ledger accounts and obtaining necessary approvals.
• Support the Accounts Payable team by ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments.

 Requirements:

• Be pursuing a degree in accounting (preferred) or finance, preferably at the junior year level
• Have completed at least introductory to accounting and finance courses Strong technology proficiency (strong skills in Excel) required
• Above average communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving skills, and ability to prioritize work to meet numerous levels of deadlines
• Demonstrated drive, initiative, and work ethic