Finance and Accounting Intern

UFP Industries • Grand Rapids, MI

20d • Onsite

About The Position

During the UFP Finance and Accounting Internship Program, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable on-the-job experience and contribute to real-world projects in one or more of the following areas: Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Financial Systems, Auditing, Treasury, and Financial Planning & Analysis. As an intern, you will perform similar tasks as our entry-level accountants by processing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, monthly reporting, analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and other special projects. In addition, you will be participating in a program that encompasses: Approximately ten to twelve-week summer assignment at UFP’s corporate headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan Development of personal and professional skills through training, networking, and mentoring relationships Interactions with other UFP departments and plant operations during month-end close activities, P&L reviews, account reconciliation research/resolution and the capital/fixed asset business processes The opportunity to build teamwork skills through interaction with other interns and colleagues

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field from an accredited college or university
• Cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher
• Previous work or classroom experience in one or more of the following: Accounting, Finance, or Tax
• Must be located in Grand Rapids, Michigan for the duration of the internship

Nice To Haves

• Previous Accounting, Finance internship and/or relevant project experience
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability
• High degree of self-motivation, passion, and a drive to learn
• Ability to balance multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Support Accounting with ongoing or new projects
• Maintain confidentiality of all aspects of job responsibilities
• Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with management and employees
• Exchange information clearly and concisely and to present ideas, report facts, and other pertinent information
• Will work effectively both autonomously and within a team environment

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees