What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance & Accounting Summer Intern 2027 position at Grain Millers?
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Finance & Accounting Summer Intern to join our Controller's Office. This internship provides hands-on exposure to corporate accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and month-end close processes within a dynamic business environment.
The intern will work closely with accounting and finance professionals to support accurate financial reporting, maintain compliance with company policies, and contribute to projects that improve financial processes and controls. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in pursuing careers in accounting, controllership, audit, financial reporting, or corporate finance.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with monthly and quarterly close activities, including journal entry preparation.
- Support balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies.
- Help maintain documentation supporting financial reporting and accounting processes.
- Participate in the review and analysis of financial statements and management reports.
- Assist with accrual calculations, prepaid expense schedules, fixed asset tracking, and other accounting functions.
- Help prepare schedules and supporting materials for internal and external auditors.
- Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed.
- Support special projects related to accounting automation, reporting enhancements, and process optimization.
- Prepare presentations and summaries for accounting and finance leadership.
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
Qualifications
Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Coursework in Intermediate Accounting, Financial Accounting, Auditing, or Cost Accounting.
- Strong interest in accounting, financial reporting, audit, or controllership functions.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, or Microsoft Dynamics.
- Experience with Power BI, Alteryx, or other reporting and analytics tools.
- Previous internship, leadership, or project experience.
Learning Opportunities
Throughout the internship, participants will gain exposure to:
- Corporate accounting and financial reporting processes.
- Month-end and quarter-end close procedures.
- Financial statement preparation and analysis.
- Audit support and risk management activities.
- ERP systems and financial reporting technologies.
- Process improvement and automation initiatives.
Key Competencies
- Financial and accounting acumen
- Attention to detail
- Analytical thinking
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Time management
- Process orientation
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Continuous improvement mindset
Sample Summer Internship Projects
- Streamline account reconciliation processes.
- Develop reporting dashboards for the Controller's organization.
- Support fixed asset tracking and capitalization reviews.
- Analyze historical accrual trends and recommend improvements.
- Evaluate accounting workflows and identify automation opportunities.
- Support audit readiness and financial statement review activities.
What You'll Gain
- Direct exposure to a corporate Controller's organization.
- Mentorship from accounting and finance leaders.
- Experience working with real-world financial reporting and compliance requirements.
- Enhanced understanding of accounting operations within a large organization.
- Opportunities to present findings and recommendations to leadership.
- Practical skills that prepare you for careers in accounting, audit, financial reporting, controllership, and finance.
Grain Millers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.