Accounting Intern

About Us:

Kem Krest is a certified minority-owned business (MBE) and a leading provider of Total Program Management solutions, helping customers optimize supply chains through Supply Chain Optimization, Chemical Packaging, End-to-End Fulfillment, and Aftersales Solutions. With more than 45 years of experience, we partner with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) across the Automotive, Agricultural, Powersports, Heavy-Duty, Retail, and Defense industries.

Kem Krest operates 12 locations throughout the United States and Canada, including Indiana (Elkhart, Bristol, Carmel), Michigan (Brighton, Fowlerville), Wisconsin (Pleasant Prairie), Arizona (Phoenix), Ontario (Oakville), and Alberta (Edmonton).

Our Culture:

At Kem Krest, we are inspired by hardworking people who want to make a meaningful impact on our industry and communities. Our team members are key to our success and essential to fulfilling our promise: "Customer Focused, Solutions Driven."

Our workplace embraces collaboration, celebrates achievement, and invests in people. We seek individuals who share our mission and passion for excellence. We recognize that every associate represents our organization and contributes to our continued growth. We foster an inclusive environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and the open exchange of ideas. Through servant leadership, community involvement, and our commitment to a "Customer First / Associate First" philosophy, we create opportunities for our associates and customers to thrive.

Internship Overview:

The Accounting Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting financial reporting, accounting operations, tax-related activities, and special finance projects. Working alongside accounting and finance professionals, the intern will contribute to key business processes while developing a strong understanding of financial management, compliance, reporting, and analysis within a growing organization.

This role provides valuable exposure to financial reporting, general accounting, tax compliance, financial analysis, and business operations, while helping support accurate financial information and informed business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities, including account reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Support the preparation and analysis of financial reports, statements, and key business metrics.
• Assist with tax-related projects, documentation, and compliance activities.
• Analyze financial data and identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support special accounting and finance projects as assigned.
• Help maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with accounting and cross-functional teams to gather and validate financial information.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy within accounting operations.
• Create reports, presentations, and summaries for leadership and business partners.

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship experience or relevant coursework in Accounting, Finance, Tax, Auditing, or a related field.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Experience working with financial data or accounting systems is a plus.

Benefits:

• Gain hands-on experience within a dynamic and innovative finance organization.
• Work closely with experienced accounting and finance professionals.
• Exposure to financial reporting, accounting operations, tax compliance, and business analysis.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that support business performance and decision-making.
• Build technical, analytical, and professional skills through real-world business experiences.
• Flexible scheduling and potential hybrid work options, where applicable.