Accounting Intern

Nemera • Buffalo Grove, IL

9d • $20 - $24

About The Position

Job Description: Position Purpose: The Accounting Intern will gain practical, hands-on experience within a corporate finance department, specifically supporting Accounts Payable, Expense Management, and Month-End closing processes. This role is designed to provide an aspiring accountant with exposure to a high-volume transactional environment and the inner workings of a global ERP system (SAP).

Requirements

• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting (preferred) or Finance.
• Technical Skills: High degree of accuracy in data entry. Familiarity with Microsoft Excel (Intermediate level preferred).
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal teams.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong attention to detail and the ability to investigate financial discrepancies.
• Work Style: A self-motivated approach with a "high sense of urgency" to meet weekly payment deadlines and month-end goals.

Nice To Haves

• Prior classroom exposure to ERP concepts (SAP experience is a significant plus).
• Interest in pursuing a career in Corporate Accounting or Audit.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable Support: Learn and perform the "3-way match" process (matching Purchase Orders, receipts, and invoices) to ensure accurate vendor payments.
• Expense Management: Assist in reviewing and processing corporate travel and expense reports using Concur, ensuring compliance with company policy.
• Transactional Documentation: Verify approvals for non-PO expenses and ensure all required financial records are properly archived within the SAP workflow.
• Account Reconciliation: Shadow senior accountants to perform monthly reconciliations for Accounts Payable (AP), cash, and vendor accounts.
• Month-End Close: Assist the finance team with tasks related to the Month-End close process, including the preparation of payment proposals.
• Discrepancy Research: Help research invoice errors or shipping discrepancies by communicating with internal plant personnel and external vendors.
• Process Documentation: Assist in updating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure departmental knowledge is current and accurate.
• Special Projects: Participate in team meetings and support strategic initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency of the payables cycle.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees