Accounting/Information Systems Internship

Weyerhaeuser; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser offers a Summer 2027 Accounting/Information Systems internship in Seattle, WA. You will work with our accounting teams and SAP support, performing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analyses.

You will gain hands-on experience with SAP, Power BI, and Office tools, under coaching and mentorship, with networking opportunities across the company. The program runs ten weeks with on-site presence three days per week.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed Bachelor’s/Master’s in Accounting or Finance, within 18 months of starting full-time.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word and other Office products is essential.
• Strong teamwork, curiosity, judgement and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with closing activities and analyze financial results for accuracy.
• Prepare and present working papers with supporting documentation.
• Participate in projects and SAP-related initiatives for consolidations.
• Perform reconciliations, variance analysis and reporting disclosures.
• Gain exposure to SAP, Power BI, Power Pivot and general accounting processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Judgement

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Power Pivot

Office 365

Job description

DescriptionYou are an accounting student with a dual major, minor or concentration in information systems looking for an internship experience with a truly great organization that could turn into a full time opportunity after graduation. You act with urgency, but balance that with a strong attention to detail. You are accountable, courageous, and innovative. You have the ability to understand complex topics but also keep things simple and articulate what really matters. You are analytical, authentic, adaptable, an energy bringer and focused on positive outcomes. You want to be a part of a great team environment focused on your development and long-term growth. Are you ready to join us?At Weyerhaeuser, we are an industry leader, with a strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) foundation. We sustainably manage forests and manufacture wood products that make the world a better place. We’re committed to being a leader in climate change solutions and to our company’s core values: safety, integrity, citizenship, sustainability, and inclusion. We are driven to achieve excellence and proud of what we do. Our Accounting department is at the heart of the company, recording, reporting, and analyzing the company’s results. We are focused on developing great leaders and contributors for our team and the rest of Weyerhaeuser, with accounting alumni serving in key roles across the company.In our Summer 2027 Accounting/Information Systems internship program, you will be a key contributor, completing meaningful work that is important to our success. You will have the opportunity to perform closing activities (both accounting and system related), analyze financial results, and prepare/present working papers with accurate supporting documentation. You will also participate in projects and company initiatives, both with one of our accounting teams and our Accounting SAP Support team (which supports our closing and consolidations processes, as well as working with our system data and other related activities). You will have a direct manager who will provide you with coaching, mentoring and feedback throughout the internship, as well as “buddies” who will assist in your training, day-to-day tasks, and projects. You will also be able to network with other Weyerhaeuser interns, employees, and leaders and participate in fun team events and volunteer opportunities.As a Weyerhaeuser accounting/information systems intern, you can expect to:Leverage both your accounting and information systems background in a unique hybrid rolePut the skills and knowledge you have gained from your education to practice by doing challenging work that matters to both your and Weyerhaeuser’s long-term success, including:Preparing journal entriesSAP system consolidation, monitoring and troubleshootingCompleting reconciliations and tie-outs (account and system)Testing system enhancementsWriting and documenting footnotes and other financial reporting disclosuresPerforming variance analysisAggregating and interpreting information for internal and external reportsNetwork with and receive insights and coaching from a wide array of individuals, including senior company leaders, in our Internship Spotlight series, which will introduce you to everything our company does from operations to sustainability to personal developmentAct as a fresh set of eyes to help us innovate and achieve our Operational Excellence goals (Operational Excellence is our term for process improvement, a key and constant focus at Weyerhaeuser)Gain practical experience and exposure to important software, such as SAP, Power BI, Power Pivot, and OfficeVisit operations to see how our products are grown, produced, and sold (subject to site availability)Discover how an accounting background can lead to a long-term successful career at Weyerhaeuser, whether that is in the accounting department, our broader finance organization, or numerous other areas of our companyQualificationsEducation: You have completed or are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance, and must be within eighteen months of starting full time employment as of Summer 2027Systems: Proficiency in Excel, Word, and other Office products is keyTeamwork: You support others without being asked for help, are a team player, and know how to win togetherCuriosity: You have a track record of proactively identifying potential issues and opportunities through analytical thinking and offering meaningful recommendations that address the root cause rather than symptomsJudgement: You use your professional judgement to operate in gray areas and can make and own difficult decisionsOrganization: You prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining critical attention to detail to meet and beat required deadlinesCommunication: You have strong verbal and written skillsLocation: Must reside within a commutable distance to our Seattle headquarters and be willing to work onsite three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis – candidates who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future will not be consideredOur internship program lasts ten weeks with flexible starting and ending dates.Compensation: The pay rate for this position is $26 per hour.Note that we have four unique accounting internships offered for 2027 – please apply directly to each individual opportunity that you would like to be considered for.We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us! If you believe in the same core values that we do – safety, integrity, citizenship, sustainability, and inclusion – then we believe Weyerhaeuser will be an incredible place for you to develop and grow your career.About WeyerhaeuserWe sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.Job Accounting & FinancePrimary LocationUSA-WA-SeattleSchedule Full-timeJob Level Entry LevelJob Type InternshipShift Day (1st)