Accounting Intern

HolwegWeber North America; Kiel (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is looking for a Cost Accounting Intern in Kiel, Wisconsin. This internship involves supporting the Finance team with analyzing and reporting cost data, which aids in budgeting and product costing. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Accounting and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required, and familiarity with ERP systems is a plus. This role offers valuable experience in a production accounting environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Completed coursework in Cost Accounting or Managerial Accounting preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with ERP systems a plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong data accuracy and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting and analyzing production and material cost data.
• Support monthly and quarterly cost closing activities.
• Help reconcile inventory transactions and verify accuracy of standard costs.
• Assist in variance analysis (material, labor, overhead).
• Support preparation of cost reports and management dashboards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Perform other accounting duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Documentation

Independent work

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Oracle

Job description

The Cost Accounting Intern will support the Finance team in analyzing, recording, and reporting cost data to assist with budgeting, product costing, and process improvement initiatives. This internship provides hands‑on experience in a manufacturing or production accounting environment and offers insight into how cost accounting supports decision‑making and financial performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary. The primary duties include:

• Assist in collecting and analyzing production and material cost data.
• Support monthly and quarterly cost closing activities.
• Help reconcile inventory transactions and verify accuracy of standard costs.
• Assist in variance analysis (material, labor, overhead).
• Support preparation of cost reports and management dashboards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, purchasing, engineering) to ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Perform other accounting duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and meet the following qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Completed coursework in Cost Accounting or Managerial Accounting preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) a plus.
• Detail‑oriented with strong data accuracy and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.