Accounting Internship

Butterball Farms, Inc.•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

Join a Mission That Matters – Enrich Lives with Butterball® Farms At Butterball® Farms, we’re more than a world-class food manufacturer — we’re a company on a mission: to Enrich Lives. For over 60 years, we’ve proudly partnered with the world’s premier food brands to deliver innovative, value-added butter products. But our impact goes far beyond the food industry. Recognized globally for our excellence and named one of West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies, we invest deeply in our people, our communities, and our future. From fostering innovation and personal growth to supporting local neighborhoods, we believe success starts with a strong, supportive workplace. When you join Butterball® Farms, you’re joining a team that values growth, innovation, and making a difference — together.

Requirements

Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
Sound mathematical, analytical, and decision-making abilities
Accuracy with data entry and review of invoices
Work independently with the ability to prioritize and multi-task, seeking guidance as necessary
Excellent written, verbal, listening and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain professionalism and a positive attitude while interacting with internal and external customers
Familiarity with ERP software preferred
Basic Microsoft Excel skills (i.e. knowledge of pivot tables and vlookups)

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with ERP software preferred
Basic Microsoft Excel skills (i.e. knowledge of pivot tables and vlookups)

Responsibilities

Assist with month-end closing
Drive process improvements within our reporting and analytics processes
Engage in projects and other activities as needed
Prepare customer invoices and apply cash receipts
Research and resolve collections/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
Other duties as needed
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