Finance Co-Op

Pioneer Cladding and Glazing Systems; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Pioneer Cladding and Glazing Systems in Mason, OH is seeking a hands-on accounting/finance student intern to develop practical skills in financial operations, support budget preparation, and assist with internal documentation.

The role provides exposure to year-end readiness, document controls, and collaboration with the accounting team. You’ll gain Excel proficiency and experience with standardized processes while contributing to real company initiatives.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Junior/Senior standing preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and file organization best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A positive attitude and eagerness to learn in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and organizing schedules for the annual budget cycle.
• Help compile financial data and templates for use by department budget owners.
• Support the Controller and accounting team with mid-cycle updates and variance tracking.
• Document accounting processes, checklists, and internal controls to support compliance and audit readiness.
• Assist in updating process maps and SOPs to align with current practices.
• Maintain a central repository of policies and templates.
• Support the carry-forward of file structures and reference materials for year-end close and planning.
• Perform data clean-up and naming convention standardization in financial files.
• Help reconcile versioning of key documents between departments.
• Participate in department meetings and contribute ideas for improving process clarity and structure.
• Collaborate with peers and mentors on ad hoc projects supporting finance and accounting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Overview

At Pioneer, you're more than an employee, you’re an owner. As a 100% employee-owned company, everyone shares our success through our ESOP retirement plan. We specialize in custom unitized curtain wall systems and are known for our innovative designs, award-winning technology, and commitment to quality. With offices across the Midwest and East Coast, we’re growing—and so can your career.

Brief Description

At Pioneer, you're more than an employee, you’re an owner. As a 100% employee-owned company, everyone shares our success through our ESOP retirement plan. We specialize in custom unitized curtain wall systems and are known for our innovative designs, award-winning technology, and commitment to quality. With offices across the Midwest and East Coast, we’re growing—and so can your career.

Pioneer provides a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, critical illness, and accident coverage. The company also offers employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match. Committed to supporting work-life balance, Pioneer offers flexible work schedules to help employees thrive both professionally and personally.

Join a team that values your voice, invests in your future, and celebrates your success.

Job Summary

This is a hands-on opportunity to develop practical skills in financial operations, gain exposure to budget preparation and internal documentation processes, and support key initiatives that contribute to our year-end readiness.

Key Responsibilities

Budget & Financial Support

• Assist in preparing and organizing schedules for the annual budget cycle.
• Help compile financial data and templates for use by department budget owners.
• Support the Controller and accounting team with mid-cycle updates and variance tracking.

Documentation & Controls

• Document accounting processes, checklists, and internal controls to support compliance and audit readiness.
• Assist in updating process maps and SOPs to align with current practices.
• Maintain a central repository of policies and templates.

File & Data Management

• Support the carry-forward of file structures and reference materials for year-end close and planning.
• Perform data clean-up and naming convention standardization in financial files.
• Help reconcile versioning of key documents between departments.

Team Collaboration

• Participate in department meetings and contribute ideas for improving process clarity and structure.
• Collaborate with peers and mentors on ad hoc projects supporting finance and accounting.

Job Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Junior/Senior standing preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and file organization best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A positive attitude and eagerness to learn in a team environment.

Pioneer Cladding and Glazing Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Compliant. We maintain a drug-free workplace.