Finance Intern

Job Description

Finance Intern | Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services

The Tone:
This is an internship at Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services, located in Baton Rouge, LA, specifically supporting operations at Louisiana State University. Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services is a leader in providing comprehensive dining solutions and exceptional experiences within university environments across the country. This Finance Intern role offers a unique opportunity for students to gain invaluable hands-on experience supporting the Controller team, making a tangible difference by contributing to key financial operations. Interns will develop practical experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and sales data processing, while also strengthening proficiency in Excel and financial systems. This position is designed to foster an understanding of month-end close processes and internal controls, empowering individuals to strengthen professional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills through collaborative projects and daily financial operations within a valued campus team.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: To be determined based on class schedule and business needs
• Location: In-person Baton Rouge, LA
• Pay: $15 hourly
• Team: Supports the Controller team
• Mission: Supports accounting operations and financial reporting by assisting with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and sales data entry.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounts Payable Management: Accurately enter and process vendor invoices in a timely manner, contributing to efficient expenditure tracking.
• Accounts Receivable Generation: Create and process customer invoices, ensuring prompt and accurate billing for services rendered.
• Sales Data Reconciliation: Enter, validate, and reconcile sales data, playing a critical role in accurate revenue reporting and analysis.
• Financial Close Assistance: Support the Controller team with weekly and month-end close activities, learning fundamental accounting period processes.
• Record Keeping & Documentation: Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation, ensuring compliance and ease of access for audits.
• Project Support & Analysis: Assist with reporting, data analysis, and special projects as assigned, gaining exposure to broader financial initiatives.
• Administrative Support: Perform general administrative and data entry tasks as needed to ensure smooth departmental operations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level, pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Experience: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, professional handling of confidential information, strong communication skills, and effective problem-solving abilities.