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Plant Finance Intern-Fort Wayne, IN

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Job Title:                      Plant Finance Intern

Department:                Finance

Reports To (Title):        Plant Controller

Location:                     Fort Wayne, IN

 

Sabert’s Internship Program:

At Sabert we believe in fostering professional growth through internships and are excited to have you join. As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to develop and refine your skills through hands-on projects.

Apply today for the opportunity to work with a dynamic team, meet other students, and develop your skill set.

What is my day to day like?  

As an intern with our Controller Team, you will support the Plant Controller with daily financial and operational reporting activities. This role provides hands-on exposure to plant-level finance, cost accounting, and manufacturing operations. You will assist with data analysis, reporting, and process improvement initiatives while gaining practical experience in a manufacturing finance environment.

  • Assist the Plant Controller with monthly, weekly, and daily financial reports
  • Support cost accounting activities, including tracking labor, material, and overhead costs
  • Help analyze variances between actual results and budget/forecast
  • Assist with inventory reporting, cycle counts, and reconciliation activities
  • Prepare and maintain spreadsheets and dashboards to support plant performance metrics
  • Support month-end close activities, including data collection and documentation
  • Participate in plant meetings and learn how financial data supports operational decisions
  • Assist with special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as needed

 

What makes a person successful in this position.

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas; Power BI a plus)
  • Ability to work with large data sets and maintain attention to detail
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
  • Interest in manufacturing, operations, or cost accounting
  • Exposure to ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards) is a plus
  • Prior internship or coursework related to finance or accounting

 

What will my schedule be like?

During the course of the Summer Internship Program, you will work M-F up to 40 hours a week. A typical day will be 8:30 am-5:00 pm with a break for lunch.