Finance Internship (Accounting)

Summary: OXEA Corporation is a world leader in Oxo Chemicals, producing essential ingredients for various industries. They are seeking a motivated Accounting Intern to support their finance team, providing hands-on experience in core accounting functions, particularly in optimizing the month-end close process. Responsibilities: - Support month-end close procedures by preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations - Analyze current close workflows to identify bottlenecks, duplicate efforts, and automation opportunities - Map and document the step-by-step month-end close process to create standard operating procedures - Assist in developing data templates and Excel macros to speed up journal entry preparation - Research, recommend, and support implementation of best practices to shorten the close cycle - Prepare weekly accounting reports, variance metrics, financial presentations, and data summaries - Collaborate with cross-functional teams on special finance projects and system optimization initiatives - Perform additional duties, special projects, and responsibilities as assigned based on business needs Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in a 4-year college or university program pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field - Fluent in English Preferred Qualifications: - Sophomore or Junior standing preferred - Strong interest in Corporate Accounting within an industrial or chemicals environment - Previous internship experience is a plus - Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and accounting software preferred - Basic understanding of US GAAP or IFRS accounting principles preferred Required Skills: Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Financial Reporting, Account Reconciliation, Month-end Close Process, Journal Entry Preparation, Excel, Excel VLOOKUP, Excel Pivot Tables, ERP Systems, SAP, Oracle, US GAAP, IFRS