Finance & Accounting Intern - Real-World Corporate Finance

Oshkosh Corporation; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation in Oshkosh, WI is seeking a year-round Finance & Accounting Intern to gain hands-on experience across financial operations, including close processes, budgeting, tax, treasury, and financial reporting. You will work with finance professionals and business partners on varied assignments.

You will work roughly 20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time during summer breaks, collaborating to develop analytical and reporting skills within a global manufacturing

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• Interest in developing a career in accounting, finance, tax, treasury, or a related area.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with team members and business partners.
• Ability to work year-round, with approximately 20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time availability during summer and school breaks.

Responsibilities

• Supporting monthly and quarterly close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and other special projects.
• Supporting fixed asset accounting and related financial processes.
• Preparing and reviewing financial reports, schedules, and account activity.
• Assisting with sales and use tax returns, exemption certificates, and related compliance activities.
• Supporting federal, state, and international income tax processes and reporting.
• Conducting tax research and assisting with sales and use tax audits.
• Reconciling tax accounts and maintaining information related to state income tax payments and refunds.
• Supporting international tax activities, including foreign true‑up calculations and country‑by‑country reporting.
• Assisting with daily treasury operations and banking activities.
• Performing bank and cash reconciliations.
• Monitoring and tracking treasury operational metrics and benchmarks.
• Supporting cash management activities and related financial transactions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Communication & collaboration

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation in Oshkosh, WI is seeking a year-round Finance & Accounting Intern to gain hands-on experience across financial operations, including close processes, budgeting, tax, treasury, and financial reporting. You will work with finance professionals and business partners on varied assignments.

You will work roughly 20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time during summer breaks, collaborating to develop analytical and reporting skills within a global manufacturing