Finance Intern (Summer 2027)

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company; Marysville (OH); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Peer mentorship

Networking events

Finance case study

VP networking event

Team building events

Job summary

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company is offering Finance & Accounting Intern opportunities for Summer 2027 in Marysville, Ohio. Interns will rotate through key areas such as FP&A, Marketing Finance, Supply Chain Finance, and Financial Reporting, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment.

The internship is hybrid with 2–3 days in the Marysville office. Strong communication, analytical skills and a proactive mindset are valued.

Qualifications

• Strong quantitative analytical skills and business acumen.
• Ability to interact effectively with multiple business partners and functions.
• Internship is hybrid with 2–3 days in Marysville, OH.

Responsibilities

• Support FP&A tasks including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Partner with Brand Marketing teams on financial analysis and P&L review.
• Assist Supply Chain Finance with monthly close and cost reporting.
• Support Financial Reporting and SEC disclosure preparation.
• Collaborate with Tax/Treasury on local/state tax matters.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Adaptability

Finance knowledge

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job.

The hourly rate pay for this position at Scotts will generally fall between $19.00 - 23.00 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Every Associate plays an important role in providing innovative solutions for today’s gardeners and growers and contributing new ideas to improve operations. In our company you need grit, it is what we were founded on over 150 years ago and is what keeps us growing. Regardless of your level in the organization there is a platform for your voice to be heard and the ability to influence change. Family, community and hard working values are weaved into all that we do. Come grow with us, where we develop and nurture the next generation of leaders.

We are looking for Finance & Accounting Interns for the summer of 2027! Each Intern will work in one key area of the finance team below for the duration of the summer. Expectation is that the internship will be hybrid with 2-3 days in office in Marysville, Ohio (15-20 minutes north of the greater Columbus area).

Possible areas could include:

• Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) - Gain experience within SG&A financial analysis and corporate financial planning. Tasks include updating investor consensus models, cost center reporting, budget/forecast consolidation, peer and competitor benchmarking, and executive management reporting.
• Marketing/Brand Finance - Finance partner to Brand Marketing teams. Provide reporting on respective SBU and retailer performance. Analyze product lines/SKUs, build P&Ls for existing portfolios and new product launches.
• Supply Chain Finance - Provide financial support for Manufacturing, Distribution, Procurement Operations and Inventory Management. Create, update, and analyze financial reports. Collaborate within the supply chain finance team to complete monthly close, special projects and support budget and forecast activities.
• Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting - Update policy, gather support, and organize/refine the workbooks that the reporting team uses to compose public documents. Interns in the executive financial reporting unit assist with the preparation and filing of all SEC Documents.
• Internal Audit - Assist the Internal Audit Team in planning, performing, and reporting on financial (SOX) and operational audits. Interns benefit from exposure to all levels of company management, the daily operations of the company, and to our external auditors.
• Tax / Treasury - Work alongside the Income and Transaction tax teams with local / state reporting and work closely with our Treasury team to understand how cash is applied and used at a corporation.
• Orders to Cash - Work closely with the Orders to Cash department to understand validation customer orders and payments with our largest retailers.

The ideal candidate will have a strong balance of quantitative analytical skills, creativity and business acumen. In addition, he/she will have demonstrated initiative, time management skills, flexibility and the ability to interact effectively with multiple business partners & functions.

What we value:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Aids with the ability to work effectively cross-functionally within the organization
• Intellectual curiosity. Cares about the “why” behind their work.
• Flexibility & Adaptability. Open and eager to accept unexpected assignments and has the ability to quickly pivot and change course when needed.
• Driving Results. Desire to dive into the details of an assignment and accomplish given tasks.
• Finance Acumen. Ability to learn system and tool skills needed to complete tasks (i.e. SAP, Excel). Has general finance and accounting knowledge.

What we offer:

• Peer to Peer Mentorship program that will provide feedback and guidance throughout the internship
• Well rounded internship experience that includes a variety of networking opportunities:
  • Finance Case Study, VP Networking Event, Team building events, and more
• Meaningful assistance to the company and the opportunity to learn new skills and add to your knowledge base.
• Ability to make connections throughout the finance organization by setting up touchbases within the department

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity