Accounting Intern

Job Description

Accounting Summer Internship | Packaging Corporation of America

The Tone:
This is a summer internship at Packaging Corporation of America, located at its headquarters in Lake Forest, IL. PCA is a Fortune 500 ideas and solutions company that leads in helping customers package, transport, and display products through its corrugated packaging and white paper businesses. This role is crucial for supporting the accounting department’s operational accuracy and efficiency, contributing to the timely completion of financial close activities and data analysis. The intern will gain hands-on experience in a corporate accounting environment, learning essential business software and communication skills within a “golden rule” culture.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal/Temporary
• Location: In-person Lake Forest, IL
• Pay: $25–$30 hourly
• Team: Part of an Accounting team
• Mission: Support core accounting operations, facilitate accurate financial reporting, and contribute to the team’s overall goals.
• Tech Stack: Oracle ERP, Oracle ARC

What You’ll Actually Do
• Prepare: Support month-end close activities by preparing journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Collaborate: Work effectively with cross-functional internal teams to achieve shared objectives.
• Learn: Navigate and utilize business-related software programs such as Oracle ERP and Oracle ARC.
• Analyze: Examine financial data and accounting processes to identify insights and support improvements.
• Communicate: Present project results to management through both oral presentations and written reports.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled college student, majoring in Accounting, Finance, or other applicable major, having completed sophomore year. Entry-Level position.
• Experience: A minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 is required. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, effective interpersonal skills, and the ability to meet assigned deadlines with maturity and professionalism.