Accounting Internship

Butterball Farms, Inc. • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

The Accounting Intern supports Butterball Farms’ general accounting, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions. The role assists with month-end close and reporting and analytics process improvements, while carrying out accounting and administrative activities as needed. Accounts receivable work includes preparing invoices, applying cash receipts, resolving collection and invoice disputes, processing customer credit applications, maintaining daily cash liquidity reporting, preparing journal entries and accruals, and completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations. Accounts payable work includes recording invoices, processing weekly check runs and expense reports, resolving invoice discrepancies, preparing cash flow projections, and maintaining and reconciling vendor information.

The position is located in a production/processing environment. Conditions may include cold temperatures (45°F and occasional exposure to freezer environments as low as -10°F), manufacturing equipment and machinery, and extended periods standing and working on concrete floors. The environment may be fast-paced and physically demanding, and requires adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety protocols.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Sound mathematical, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Accuracy with data entry and invoice review.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and multitask while seeking guidance as necessary.
• Excellent written, verbal, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and a positive attitude when interacting with internal and external customers.
• Basic Microsoft Excel skills, including knowledge of pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end closing.
• Drive process improvements within reporting and analytics processes.
• Engage in projects and other activities as needed.
• Prepare customer invoices and apply cash receipts.
• Research and resolve collections and disputes as necessary.
• Process customer credit applications and conduct reference checks.
• Maintain daily cash liquidity reporting.
• Prepare month-end closing journal entries and necessary accruals.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Record invoices daily and process weekly check runs.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Process expense reports.
• Prepare cash flow projections.
• Maintain vendor information and verify vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Opportunities for growth and advancement, including development and internal promotion.
• Medical, dental, vision, critical illness, flexible spending, dependent care, and accident insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning support.
• Access to The Source for resources, financial counseling, and family services.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support for personal, family, or work-related matters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree