Schwan's Company

Description

(Overview)

CORPORATE ACCOUNTING & TAX INTERN - SUMMER 2025

Marshall, MN

Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Its many popular brands include Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® desserts; and Pagoda® and Bibigo Asian-style snacks. To learn more about Schwan’s, visit www.schwanscompany.com.

Your Internship Experience:

• Dynamic 12-Week Internship (May 19 – August 8, 2025): Dive into a hands-on experience with real-world projects that align with your studies and make a real impact.
• Take Charge of Strategic Projects: Own exciting, high-stakes initiatives with direct relevance to your coursework and gain invaluable experience that goes beyond the classroom.
• Exclusive Access to Leadership: Engage with company executives and senior leaders through frequent interactions that offer unique insights and career inspiration.
• A Culture of Care: Join a company that prioritizes your health, safety, and well-being, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Guidance from Industry Experts: Receive guidance from skilled, genuine, and good-natured team members who are invested in your success.
• Pathway to a Thriving Career: Build your future with a leading food company where internships often pave the way to full-time roles after graduation.

Your Impact:

• Support Month-End Closing Procedures: Assist with critical tasks such as posting journal entries, reconciling ledger accounts, and analyzing transactional activity to ensure accurate financial records.
• Prepare Financial Statements & Reports: Contribute to the preparation of financial statements, schedules, and reports, gaining hands-on experience in corporate accounting practices.
• Enhance Technical Skills: Develop and refine expertise with essential technology tools, including the Microsoft® Office Suite (especially Excel) and SAP enterprise resource planning software.
• Drive Process Improvement: Play a key role in projects aimed at enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting and tax processes, contributing innovative ideas and solutions.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with other departments, gaining insights into how accounting integrates with different business functions.
• Participate in Audits & Compliance: Assist in internal audits and compliance checks, helping to ensure adherence to financial regulations and company policies.
• Gain Exposure to Tax Accounting: Support tax-related tasks, including data collection and analysis, while learning the fundamentals of corporate tax accounting.
• Engage in Professional Development: Take advantage of mentorship opportunities, workshops, and training sessions to build your accounting knowledge and career skills.

What You Bring:

• Education: Current enrollment in bachelor’s Accounting or Finance degree program with an anticipated graduation date of December 2025 or May 2026. GPA of 3.0+ preferred. 
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
  • Work seamlessly with diverse teams across various functions and locations.
  • Showcase strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with all levels of management.
  • Take initiative and drive projects to successful completion.
  • Manage time effectively to deliver projects on schedule in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
  • Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to overcome challenges and deliver results.

Job Type: Part-time Business Unit: Req #: 24-5116

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