Finance Co Op - American Fan

Fairbanks Morse Defense • Fairfield, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a proactive Finance Co-Op to join our team on-site for 3-4 months. You’ll support financial operations by assisting with key projects, providing ad hoc help, and contributing to process improvements. Working within approved guidelines, you will gain hands-on experience while supporting tasks and taking ownership of assigned projects. The ideal candidate will embody FMD’s core values: Integrity, Velocity, and Teamwork.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a degree program in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); knowledge of financial systems like Sage is a plus.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn.
• Must work on-site during the co-op term.
• Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in updating financial filings and customer records.
• Support cost and gross margin (GM) improvement through data analysis and reporting.
• Help transition fixed asset management into the Sage system.
• Contribute to automating accounts payable (AP) processes to improve efficiency.
• Provide ad hoc support for financial operations and project execution.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance financial processes and align with organizational goals.
• Analyze data and recommend process improvements within approved project scope.
• Maintain FMD’s core values: Integrity, Velocity, and Teamwork.

Benefits

• Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern