Finance Intern

Heraeus; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Heraeus is a global technology group specializing in materials and processes. The Finance Intern role in Buford, GA focuses on freight costs, inventory management, manufacturing variances, and tariff impacts, offering hands-on experience in supply chain finance and cross‑functional collaboration with logistics, procurement, operations, and accounting teams.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree in Finance or Accounting with strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and data analysis.
• Experience with Power BI, SAP or other ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Code, approve and analyze freight and tariff invoices.
• Prepare tariff analysis and reporting.
• Assist with inventory valuation and inventory reserve analysis.
• Support monthly inventory reporting and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Help identify slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory trends.
• Analyze purchase price variances, manufacturing variances, and operational cost variances.
• Prepare variance reports for management review.
• Support monthly close activities and reporting.
• Utilize Excel and systems to analyze large datasets.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Pursuing a degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Finance Intern

Date: Aug 13, 2026

Company: Heraeus

Finance Intern

Temporary

About Heraeus

Making displays foldable? Helping hearts beat with medical innovations? Or breathing new life into precious metals? As a family-owned global technology group we help our customers to always being one step ahead.

We are one of the leading materials specialists in the production and processing of high-purity quartz glass and other high-quality materials such as ceramics and innovative composites. With a global team of over 2,000 employees and locations in Europe, the USA, and Asia, we specialize in manufacturing semi-finished products, complex system components, and customized solutions for the information and telecommunications industry, the production of specialty fibers for industrial and medical applications, semiconductor manufacturing, and optics.
In our company, you can expect an innovation-driven work environment, global teamwork, and the opportunity to take an active role in social and environmentalresponsibility. Become part of our team and shape the future with us!

Heraeus Quartz North America is seeking aFinanceInternto join our team in Buford, GA.The primary responsibility of this position is toassistwith financial analysis related to freight costs, inventory management, manufacturing and operational variances, and tariff impacts. This role offers hands‑on experience in supply chain finance, cost analysis, financial reporting, and cross‑functional collaboration withlogistics, procurement, operations, and accounting teams.

****THIS IS AN ONSITE ROLE -Candidates must reside in or around Buford, GA ****

Your Role and Responsibilities:

• Code, approve and analyze freight and tariff invoices
• Prepare tariff analysis and reporting
• Assistwith inventory valuation and inventory reserve analysis
• Support monthly inventory reporting and inventory accuracy initiatives
• Helpidentifyslow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory trends
• Analyze purchase price variances, manufacturing variances, and operational cost variances
• Prepare variance reports for management review
• Support monthly close activities and reporting
• Utilize Excel and systems to analyze largedatasets

What is Required for this Role:

• Pursuing a degree in Finance or Accounting
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, and data analysis
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams
• Experience with Power BI, SAP or other ERP systems is a plus

Heraeus is proud to be an employer that provides equal access to opportunities for all its employees. We provide fair and equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. A diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of our Vision, Mission, and Values. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.

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