Finance & Accounting Intern - Internal Controls

Job Summary:

The Internal Controls Department is seeking a motivated and curious college student to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program. This internship provides hands-on experience supporting financial, operational, and compliance audit projects while developing a strong foundation in internal auditing concepts, including risk assessment, audit planning, and testing procedures. Interns will work closely with experienced professionals and have opportunities to enhance their collaboration, communication, critical thinking, customer focus, professionalism, and project management skills in both independent and team-oriented environments. 

What you will be doing: 

• Assist in planning and executing internal audit procedures across financial, operational, and compliance areas. 

• Perform audit procedures, including data analysis, process walkthroughs, and testing of internal controls under the guidance of the Internal Controls Senior Manager. 

• Collaborate with the Internal Controls Senior Manager to identify control gaps and process improvement opportunities, and operational efficiencies. 

• Analyze financial and operational processes to support risk assessment and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls. 

• Document audit work performed, summarize observations, and assist in preparing reports and recommendations for management. 

• Present audit observations, project results, and recommendations to finance and business stakeholders. 

• Gain exposure to a variety of business functions, including Business Unit Finance, Supply Chain Finance, Corporate Accounting, Treasury, Payroll, and Business Technology. 

• Support special projects and initiatives related to internal controls, compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement. 

• Contribute to a collaborative team environment while developing professional skills in communication, problem-solving, project management, and relationship building. 

This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in internal controls, auditing, and finance while developing a comprehensive understanding of a farm-to-fork manufacturing organization. Through meaningful projects and collaboration with business leaders across multiple functions, you will build valuable technical, analytical, and professional skills that will help prepare you for a successful career in finance, accounting, auditing, or business. 

Unique Benefits of our Internship Program: 

• You will gain a true farm-to-fork experience during this program, including a farm tour, facility tours, and the opportunity to see and experience the final products enjoyed by consumers. 

• Networking events where you will meet executives and community leaders. 

• Internship group outings and events. 

• Volunteer opportunities within the community. 

• Personal development events and training. 

While you don’t have to love pizza to work here…it sure does help! 

What you need to be considered for the role: 

• Student in Junior or Senior level working towards a Bachelor's degree in Finance and/or Accounting from an accredited school. 

• Basic knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Standards, financial analysis concepts, budgeting, and financial reporting. 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to maintain effective working relationships with all levels of Associates. 

• The ability to: 

• Prioritize and execute multiple projects simultaneously with efficiency. 

• Solve problems, collect data, establish facts, use sound judgment and draw valid conclusions to make effective decisions. 

• Identify internal control issues and/or continuous improvement ideas as well as assist with the process of developing solutions. 

• Valid driver’s license to travel to various plant locations in Wisconsin. 

Preferred 

• Participative involvement in campus organizations, non-class related volunteer involvement, off-campus employment, and demonstrated leadership. 

Why Grande? 

With more than 80 years of crafting “The Finest Italian Cheeses Money Can Buy”, Grande is a leader in the industry! Whether partnering with independent pizzerias from coast-to-coast to ensure they’re delivering the very best pizza to their customers or assisting our food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to quality can’t be matched. While Grande’s reputation of excellence in the market is important, we believe our commitment to our workplace and community culture is of equal merit – our Associates come first at Grande. To complement our industry-leading benefits, Grande puts an emphasis on your career growth opportunities, while always promoting a positive work/life balance and supporting the communities in which we live and work. If you want to learn more about our company – what we do and how we go about it – or learn more about our beautiful, state-of-the-art corporate headquarters, visit www.grande.com.