Finance Intern

Job Description

Finance Intern | Schaefer Ad Co.

The Tone:
This is an internship at Schaefer Ad Co., an engineering firm, located in Cincinnati, OH. Schaefer is a collaborative, hard-working, and innovative company that values passion both in the office and within its communities. This role is crucial for supporting the accounting and finance team by ensuring smooth financial processes, accurate data management, and insightful reporting as the firm celebrates its 50th year. The intern will gain hands-on experience and mentorship within a growing company.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: Cincinnati, OH (On-site)

• Team: Accounting & Finance Team
• Mission: To support financial processes, data management, and reporting, contributing to operational initiatives and maintaining financial accuracy for the firm.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, accounting software, ERP systems

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounts Receivable: Assist with accounts receivable follow-up, including contacting customers regarding outstanding invoices, monitoring payment status, and supporting the collections process.
• Financial Reporting: Conduct financial analysis to identify trends and discrepancies, and assist in preparing financial reports, summaries, and reconciliations for the team.
• Data Management: Perform data validation and cleanup within accounting systems and spreadsheets, while also documenting processes and supporting improvements to financial data management procedures.
• Administrative Support: Collaborate with accounting staff to support monthly and quarterly financial processes and undertake other administrative and accounting-related tasks as assigned.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; Early Career.
• Experience: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, commitment to data accuracy, strong organizational skills, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities consistently.
• Bonus: Familiarity with accounting software or ERP systems.