Finance Intern

thyssenkrupp Automotive; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits

401k matching

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Automotive is seeking a Finance Intern to assist the North America Finance team with accounting, accounts payable, reporting, and project controlling. The role involves SAP-related tasks and collaboration with teams across the United States and global locations.

The internship lasts a minimum of six months (nine months preferred), with an expected 30–40 hours per week. Candidates should be pursuing or holding a degree in finance, accounting, or business, with strong Excel skills and

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed master’s degree in finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
• Alternate: candidate with Bachelor’s degree and prior internship experience.
• Basic accounting principles and financial reporting knowledge.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support invoice processing, billing, receivables monitoring, and collections.
• Prepare and post journal entries in SAP; review transactions for accuracy.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Track project costs, purchase orders, and commitments.
• Produce cost reports, variance analyses, and project summaries.
• Support financial reporting and documentation requirements.
• Assist with bank research, reconciliations, and treasury inquiries.
• Organize audit and compliance documentation; manage regulatory filings.
• Maintain financial trackers, spreadsheets, and reporting databases.
• Assist data extraction and analysis from SAP and other systems.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Strong analytical

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Master’s in finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Bachelor’s in finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Your responsibilities

The Finance Intern will support the North America Finance team with accounting, accounts payable, reporting, compliance, project controlling, treasury support, and SAP-related activities. The role provides exposure to corporate finance operations and collaboration with teams across the United States, Germany, Hungary, India, and Mexico.

Internship Duration and Weekly Hours

The internship requires a minimum commitment of six months, with nine months preferred, and an expected schedule of approximately 30 to 40 hours per week, depending on the candidate’s availability and business needs.

Qualifications

• Prefer a candidate who is pursuing a master’s degree in finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, or have completed a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields.
• Would also consider a candidate who is pursing a Bachelor’s degree and has had previous internship experience.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with careful attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across international teams.
• Prior exposure to SAP, ERP systems, accounts payable, project controlling, or financial analysis is preferred but not required.
• Eligible to work full time in the United States, without sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Support invoice processing, customer billing, receivables monitoring, payment follow-ups, and collection activities.
• Prepare and post journal entries in SAP and review financial transactions for accuracy and maintain supporting documentation for accounting entries.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Assist with tracking project costs, purchase orders, and commitments.
• Prepare cost reports, variance analyses, and project financial summaries.
• Support project financial reporting and documentation requirements.
• Assist with bank transaction research, reconciliations, and treasury inquiries.
• Collect and organize supporting documentation for audits and compliance reviews.
• Organize documentation related to customs duties, tax filings, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain financial trackers, spreadsheets, and reporting databases.
• Support data extraction, validation, and analysis from SAP and other financial systems.
• Assist with ad hoc financial analyses and continuous process improvement initiatives.

Your profile

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Your benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, prescription coverage, employee assistance program, as well as optional accident & hospital coverage
• Company paid:
• Basic vision insurance
• Short-term disability
• Basic Life Insurance
• Generous 401k matching program
• Ample opportunities for advancement within the company

Company

Our Automotive Body Solution business is a dedicated local line builder specializing in small-scale projects with a focus on precision and quality. Our expertise encompasses Brownfield Body-in-White (BIW) Automation Lines, offering comprehensive services from design and simulation to manufacturing, installation, and programming. Our capabilities extend to robot and PLC programming, virtual commissioning, and quality improvement, all managed through meticulous project oversight. In addition, we provide specialized labor, including hemming expertise in roller and table top hemming, as well as prototype equipment for BIW and forming dies. With a strong foundation in consulting, we assist with BIW process optimization and forming die expertise. Our Greenfield BIW services further highlight our versatility and commitment to delivering top-tier solutions in the automotive industry.