Finance Intern: FP&A & Accounting (Summer 2027)

Midland States Bank; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Finance Intern at Midland States Bank in Effingham, IL will support Accounting and FP&A with daily accounting tasks, month-end close prep, budgeting and forecasting, and special projects across corporate finance in the banking sector.

This internship runs Summer 2027 (mid-May through early August). Candidates must be enrolled in an Accounting or Finance degree with at least two years completed, be local to Effingham, and proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an Accounting, Finance, or related degree program.
• At least 2 years completed toward degree.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Strong analytical and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Accounting and FP&A teams with daily accounting functions and reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close activities.
• Help with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Participate in quarterly financial reporting processes.
• Support finance-related system implementations and process improvements.
• Complete special projects providing value to Finance and cross-function teams.
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., BSA).

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Accounting/Finance degree program

2 years completed toward degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Finance Intern at Midland States Bank in Effingham, IL will support Accounting and FP&A with daily accounting tasks, month-end close prep, budgeting and forecasting, and special projects across corporate finance in the banking sector.

This internship runs Summer 2027 (mid-May through early August). Candidates must be enrolled in an Accounting or Finance degree with at least two years completed, be local to Effingham, and proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.