Accounting Intern

Shorr Packaging Corporation; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Shorr Packaging Corporation in Illinois is seeking an Accounting Intern to support the finance team with accounts payable and receivable tasks, processing invoices in Softco, reviewing statements, and assisting with general accounting duties.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and confidentiality, with opportunities to gain exposure to month-end close and various finance projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (junior or senior).
• Basic GAAP understanding preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Familiarity with Excel and accounting software.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong time management and detail-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices through Softco, including inventory, expense and freight activity.
• Review vendor statements and request invoices or credits when needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Perform month end close related duties as assigned.
• Assist with data entry, filing, and organization of financial documents.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

Softco

Job description

The Accounting Intern will support the finance team by processing accounts payable transactions and responding to vendor inquiries, assisting the accounts receivable with billing and invoicing needs and performing various accounting related tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Related

• Process vendor invoices through Softco, an AP automation tool. Includes inventory, expense and freight related activity.
• Review vendor statements for accuracy and request invoices or credits when needed.

General Finance Related

• Maintain confidentiality of financial information
• Perform month end close related duties as assigned
• Assist with data entry, filing, and organization of financial documents
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

• Current Juniors or Seniors pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (GAAP preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Familiarity with Excel and accounting software
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong time management
• Detail oriented

This temporary position is not benefits eligible.