Cost Accounting Intern

Job Description

Cost Accounting Intern | Olin

The Tone:
This is an internship at Olin, located in Lake Jackson, TX. Olin is a global leader in both chemical manufacturing and ammunition, committed to investing in and recognizing the contributions of its employees. This role offers hands-on experience by supporting manufacturing cost control and the site accounting team for the company’s largest assets, allowing students to contribute meaningfully and build their careers. Interns at Olin don’t just observe; they directly contribute to the company’s operations and develop skills essential for future leadership roles.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time or Part-time
• Location: In-person Lake Jackson, TX
• Pay: $23–$33 hourly
• Team: Site Accounting Team
• Mission: Supports Olin’s manufacturing cost control and site accounting to optimize operations for the company’s largest assets.
• Tech Stack: SAP

What You’ll Actually Do
• Journal Entry Management: You will post journal entries and provide support on SAP entries to maintain accurate financial records.
• Activity Analysis: You will analyze functional activity and postings to identify trends and ensure compliance.
• Inventory Oversight: You will review inventory adjustment postings and MRO refurbishment orders to support inventory accuracy.
• Project Support: You will support additional tasks and projects as assigned by the accounting team, contributing to broader initiatives.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Undergraduate or graduate student (or pending enrollment in a Master’s program) at an accredited college or university, majoring in Finance, Accounting, or a business-related degree.
• Experience: Must maintain an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale throughout your time at Olin.
• Skills: Journal entry processing, financial activity analysis, inventory record review.
• Other: Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.