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Accounting and Finance Intern

Accounting and Finance Intern (US_RS_07643) Chicago, Illinois

Group Presentation

thyssenkrupp is an international industrial and technology company employing around 100,000 people. Across 48 countries it generated sales of €38 billion in fiscal 2022/2023. Backed by extensive technological know-how, the businesses develop cost-effective and resource-friendly solutions to the challenges of the future, mainly in the fields of climate protection, the energy transition, digital transformation in the industry and mobility of the future. Under the thyssenkrupp umbrella brand the company creates long-term value with innovative products, technologies and services and contributes to a better life for future generations.

Your Responsibilities

The Chicago office of thyssenkrupp North America, is seeking an intern to work in their Accounting and Finance Departments.  During the internship, you will learn accounting, finance and reporting processes within the North American Regional Headquarters, which are based on International Financial Reporting Accounting Standards (IFRS) and which are supported by integrated SAP systems.  With operating companies throughout North America, the company is a diversified conglomerate with its worldwide headquarters located in Germany.

During this assignment, you will be a valuable team member learning and assisting in all aspects of the accounting and finance department, including:

  • Accounts payable and cash processes:
    • ERP Interfaces
    • Journal entries
    • Account reconciliations
  • Depreciation and accrual processes
  • Intercompany cost charge-outs and allocations
  • Month end close and reporting/analysis
  • Internal in-house bank; automating bank statements
  • Cash forecast reconciliation
  • Ad-hoc financial analysis

Qualifications:

  • Accounting and Finance students completing their senior year or recently graduated, with an overall GPA of 3.3 or higher and interested in an accounting or finance as a career.
  • Internship will provide hands-on experience with IFRS accounting, financial processes, and reporting & analysis.
  • Eligible to work full time in the United States, without sponsorship.
  • Strong experience with Microsoft products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook)
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

This is a 9-month internship, with the possibility of extension. Work hours are Monday through Friday (40-hour work week) with possible overtime, as needed.

This is a remote work opportunity, but there is a strong desire to have a candidate close to our Chicago or Southfield, MI office with the ability to come into the office when required.