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Accounting & Finance InternDawn Food Products • Jackson, MI, United States
Accounting & Finance Intern

Accounting & Finance Intern

Dawn Food Products • Jackson, MI, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we helpcustomers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, are all part of our recipe for success.

Why work for Dawn Foods?

PEOPLE. PRODUCTS. CUSTOMERS.

About the Job

Dawn's Inspire Internship Program offers students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of the Global Bakery Industry. With over 100 years of expertise, Dawn provides a platform for interns to experience our vibrant company culture, embrace our core values, and gain valuable knowledge for their future careers.

Dawn Inspire Internship Program interns will benefit from :

  • Exposure to various aspects of the business, including operations, marketing, finance, and more.
  • Opportunities to develop new skills and gain hands-on experience through meaningful projects and assignments.
  • Mentorship and Networking opportunities with professionals in the industry.

The internship will consist of projects and assignments that will allow for the developmental and real-world application of the skills learned thus far in your educational background. The experience will allow the intern to understand the requirements of working in general accounting and commercial finance at a large multinational company.

Work Eligibility & Travel Requirements : Hybrid - 3 days a week on-site at our at our Jackson, Michigan, Home Office.

Interns will be required to be on-site at the Corporate Jackson office from May 18 - May 21 for onboarding, and from August 4 - 7 for final presentations. These are mandatory in-person participation dates for the internship program.

What Does It Take to be a Accounting & Finance Intern at Dawn Foods?

Below are the minimum qualifications for the Dawn Inspire Internship Program.

  • Must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in either Finance or Accounting.
  • The candidate must be entering their junior year or beyond.
  • Current academic status must reflect good performance in relation to institutional academic standards.
  • Strong interest in the industry or field related to the internship.
  • Experience with Microsoft excel and basic functions such as pivot tables and vlookups.
  • Basic knowledge of accounting, including debits, credits, financial statement interpretation / reviews, and other Microsoft office products.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
  • Adaptability and willingness to embrace feedback and eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
  • What Will Set You Apart?

  • Ability to communicate proactively on work status, ask questions, take notes, and execute on assigned workload.
  • Takes initiative and executes tasks, while seeking support as needed.
  • Can problem-solve and present recommendations and solutions to problems.
  • While not a requirement, candidates who have the confidence to address coworkers and possess public speaking abilities tend to do well in the field.
  • A drive for continued education, either through certifications such as obtaining your CPA license and / or intentions for a master's degree.
  • What You'll Do as an Accounting & Finance Intern

  • Participate in a rotational program between North American Finance and Corporate Accounting teams.
  • Spend 6 weeks in Commercial Finance, assisting with :
  • Financial analysis of customer pricing and margin health.

  • New business pricing and support.
  • Process improvement projects.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with sales and costing teams.
  • Spend 6 weeks in the Global Controller's group within Corporate Accounting, gaining experience in :
  • Month-end close process and financial reporting.

  • Preparing journal entries, accruals, and technical accounting memos.
  • Ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Project work on priorities like balance sheet reconciliations, software implementation, and system enhancements.
  • Apply educational knowledge to real-world finance and accounting tasks in a multinational company.
  • Develop understanding of accounting and commercial finance operations.
  • Work Environment

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Required to use motor coordination with arm, hand, finger, and leg dexterity.
  • Required to exert physical effort in handling objects 25 pounds.
  • Normal setting for this job isofficeenvironment.
  • Note : The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases be greater or lesser than documented here.

    Compensation

    Undergraduate - $26 / hr

    Graduate - $28 / hr

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    An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity / gender expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other status or condition that is protected by applicable law.

    Requisition ID : 37406

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