Finance & Accounting Intern - Internal Controls

Grande Cheese Company; Fond du Lac (WI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Grande Cheese Company in Wisconsin is seeking a Finance & Accounting Intern for the Internal Controls team for the 2027 Summer Internship Program. You will support financial, operational, and compliance audit projects while learning internal auditing concepts and risk assessment.

You will work with the Internal Controls Senior Manager to identify control gaps, analyze processes, document work, and present observations to finance and business stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Student in junior or senior level pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Finance and/or Accounting.
• Understanding of GAAP, financial analysis concepts, budgeting and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication to maintain relationships with all levels.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and exercise sound judgment.
• Identify control gaps and contribute to process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing internal audit procedures across areas.
• Perform audit procedures, including data analysis, walkthroughs, and testing of controls.
• Collaborate to identify control gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Analyze processes to support risk assessment and control effectiveness.
• Document work, summarize observations, and assist with reports.
• Present findings to finance and business stakeholders.
• Gain exposure to multiple business functions and cross-functional work.
• Support special projects related to controls, risk, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and professional growth.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting basics

Communication skills

Problem solving

Project management

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Some college in Accounting & Finance

Job description

Finance & Accounting Intern - Internal Controls

Job Category: Internships

Requisition Number: FINAN007033

• Posted : August 12, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Description

Job Summary:

The Internal Controls Department is seeking a motivated and curious college student to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program. This internship provides hands-on experience supporting financial, operational, and compliance audit projects while developinga strong foundationin internal auditing concepts, including risk assessment, audit planning, and testing procedures. Interns will work closely with experienced professionals and have opportunities to enhance their collaboration, communication, critical thinking, customer focus, professionalism, and project management skills in both independent and team-oriented environments.

What you will be doing:

• Assistin planning and executing internal audit procedures across financial, operational, and compliance areas.


• Perform audit procedures, including data analysis, process walkthroughs, and testing of internal controls under the guidance of the Internal Controls Senior Manager.


• Collaborate with the Internal Controls Senior Manager toidentifycontrol gaps and process improvement opportunities, and operational efficiencies.


• Analyze financial and operational processes to support risk assessment and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls.


• Document audit work performed, summarize observations, andassistin preparing reports and recommendations for management.


• Present audit observations, project results, and recommendations to finance and business stakeholders.


• Gain exposure to a variety of business functions, including Business Unit Finance, Supply Chain Finance, Corporate Accounting, Treasury, Payroll, and Business Technology.


• Support special projects and initiatives related to internal controls, compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement.


• Contribute to a collaborative team environment while developing professional skills in communication, problem-solving, project management, and relationship building.

This internshipprovidesa unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in internal controls, auditing, and finance while developing a comprehensive understanding of a farm-to-fork manufacturing organization. Through meaningful projects and collaboration with business leaders across multiple functions, you will build valuable technical, analytical, and professional skills that will help prepare you for a successful career in finance, accounting, auditing, or business.

Unique Benefits of our Internship Program:

• You will gain a true farm-to-fork experience during this program, including a farm tour, facility tours, and the opportunity to see and experience the final products enjoyed by consumers.


• Networking events where you will meet executives and community leaders.


• Internship group outings and events.


• Volunteer opportunities within the community.


• Personal development events and training.

While youdon't have to love pizza to work here…it sure does help!

What you need to be considered for the role:

• StudentinJunior or Senior level working towards aBachelor's degree in Financeand/or Accounting from an accredited school.


• Basic knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Standards, financial analysis concepts, budgeting, and financial reporting.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills tomaintaineffective working relationships with all levels of Associates.


• The ability to:


• Prioritize and execute multiple projects simultaneously with efficiency.


• Solve problems, collect data,establishfacts, use soundjudgmentand draw valid conclusions to make effective decisions.


• Identifyinternal control issues and/or continuousimprovementideas as well as assist with the process of developing solutions.


• Valid driver’s license to travel to various plant locations in Wisconsin.

Preferred

• Participative involvement in campus organizations, non-class related volunteer involvement, off-campus employment, anddemonstratedleadership.

Why Grande?

With more than 80 years of crafting "The Finest Italian Cheeses Money Can Buy", Grande is a leader in the industry! Whether partnering with independent pizzerias from coast-to-coast to ensurethey’redelivering thevery bestpizza to their customers orassistingour food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to qualitycan’tbe matched. While Grande’s reputationofexcellence in the market is important, we believe our commitment to our workplace and community culture is of equal merit - our Associates come first at Grande. To complement our industry-leading benefits, Grande puts an emphasis on your career growth opportunities, while always promoting a positive work/life balance and supporting the communities in which we live and work. If you want to learn more about our company – what we do and how we go about it – or learn more about our beautiful,state-of-the-artcorporate headquarters, visit www.grande.com .

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School Diploma or better.

Some college or better in Accounting & Finance.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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