Finance Intern

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Finance Intern to join our finance team. This internship provides hands-on experience in day-to-day accounting operations, financial analysis, and reporting. The ideal candidate is eager to learn and ask questions, analytical, and comfortable working with data.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

1. Support Accounts Payable Process

• Upload invoices into our ERP and other systems, reviewing for accuracy and completeness.
• Investigate and respond to supplier inquiries.
• Investigate and propose solutions for aged invoices and goods received not invoiced (GRNI).

2. Support Accounts Receivable Process

• Assist with collections and posting of payments received.
• Review orders on hold and determine actions required to release orders.

3. Month-End Close and Reporting

• Assist with variance analysis in the SGA portion of the P&L.
• Prepare, review, and distribute monthly reports to operations. 
• Help identify PowerBI solutions for regular reporting.

4. Collaboration with other departments

• Communicate in a professional manner with internal personnel.
• Be organized and prepared for meetings.

Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ensure Workplace Safety:  

• Actively demonstrate and drive behaviors that result in zero accidents and injuries. Demonstrates that our employees are the most important asset under our care by making their safety their number one priority.   

Education and/or Experience

• Currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Have completed at least one accounting course and have a basic understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Computer Skills

• To perform this job successfully strong knowledge of Microsoft Office is required, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. 
• Are comfortable navigating cloud-based systems as job could require use of banking portals, ERPs, PowerBI, and more. 

What You’ll Gain

• Practical experience in financial operations and analysis.
• Exposure to real-world business decision-making.
• Mentorship from experienced finance professionals.
• Opportunity to develop technical and soft skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee is required to use a laptop and computer monitor to perform most responsibilities. 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Denali Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of belonging through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant and believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

Denali Ingredients is located in New Berlin, Wisconsin. We are customer-centric, fun and engaging. Beyond making ice cream treats tastier, Denali provides a fast-paced stimulating international environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, training, mentoring and growth opportunities. Join a team that makes the world a sweeter place!

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.