Accounting Intern - Accounts Payable

Minerals Technologies • Bethlehem, PA

10d

About The Position

The Accounting Intern supports Minerals Technologies Inc.’s Global Business Services Procure to Pay team with purchasing, supplier management, invoice processing, and accounts payable activities. The role provides practical experience in procurement operations, supplier relationships, financial controls, and business process efficiency. Interns work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to business challenges and projects, with opportunities for mentorship, structured learning, networking, and presenting their work to business leaders.

Requirements

• Read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to compose professional correspondence and documentation.
• Ability to identify urgent situations and respond appropriately.
• Willingness to learn new processes, systems, and business concepts.
• Commitment to following company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing supplier invoices and payment requests.
• Help ensure invoices are accurately matched to purchase orders and receipts.
• Research invoice discrepancies and assist with issue resolution.
• Support accounts payable reporting and reconciliations.
• Assist with supplier communications about invoice and payment status.
• Participate in month-end close activities related to accounts payable.
• Support procurement and process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in special projects and cross-functional assignments, including AP credit and yearly recurring approval audits.
• Participate in OE/Lean activities, including 5S, Kaizen, Daily Management Control, and Standard Work.

Benefits

• Structured learning and development experiences.
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced professionals.
• Speaker Series events featuring business and technical leaders.
• Networking events and Coffee Chats with employees and fellow interns.
• Opportunities to explore careers across a global manufacturing and technology organization.
• Opportunity to present work and accomplishments to business leaders.
• Professional networking and experience intended to prepare interns for future internships and full-time career opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern