Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Intern

Job Description

Accounting Summer Intern – AR/AP | Packaging Corporation of America

The Tone:
This is an internship at Packaging Corporation of America, located in Lake Forest. Packaging Corporation of America, a Fortune 500 company with approximately 15,000 team members across more than 100 locations in the United States, is an ideas and solutions company. It specializes in corrugated packaging, aiming to be a leader in helping customers package, transport, and display products, and also delivers white paper products with a focus on customer service and operational excellence. This Accounting Summer Intern role is important for supporting the fundamental financial operations of accounts payable and accounts receivable within a large-scale manufacturing environment, contributing to the accurate and timely processing of transactions essential for business continuity and efficiency.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal/Temporary
• Location: In-person Lake Forest, IL
• Pay: $25–$30 hourly
• Mission: This person solves or owns the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions related to accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Activities: Assist in managing the daily operations of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Support: Provide essential support for the processing of invoices, reconciliation of payment transactions, and meticulous maintenance of vendor accounts.
• Collaboration: Collaborate proactively with both corporate and plant personnel to ensure all financial transactions are processed with precision and within established timelines.
• Review: Contribute to financial due diligence by assisting with the thorough review of customer credit information, financial statements, and detailed credit reports.
• Analysis: Actively analyze existing financial data and processes, identifying key areas for potential improvement and increased efficiency within the Accounting department.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled college student majoring in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, having completed their sophomore year. Career level: Entry-Level. A minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 is required.
• Experience: No specific prior professional experience is required; candidates must have completed their sophomore year of college.
• Skills: Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills; strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy; demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a willingness to learn; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet assigned deadlines; ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Bonus: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications is preferred; candidates must display maturity and a high level of professionalism.