Internal Audit Intern

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free admission to Hersheypark

Free parking

Discounts on food and shopping

Job summary

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts is seeking an Internal Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in auditing across operational, compliance, and financial areas at the Hershey Press Building in Hershey, PA. This 40-hour-per-week summer internship provides exposure to real-world testing and reporting within a renowned hospitality and entertainment company.

You will conduct audit testing, assist with risk assessments, analyze data in Google Sheets or Excel, and prepare draft reports for review by

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in daily work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audit testing procedures and document work performed.
• Assist in risk identification and control assessment.
• Analyze large data sets using spreadsheets.
• Prepare draft audit reports for management review.
• Present status reports to internal audit management.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Meet schedules and deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Professional interaction

Ethical conduct

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

Tools

Google Sheets

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace / Microsoft Office

Job description

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company (HE&R) is an award-winning entertainment & hospitality organization with properties including: Hersheypark, The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge, Giant Center, Restaurants, and more. Our team members share a common goal of upholding the legacy of our founder, Milton S. Hershey, while striving to live by our company's Core Values: Devoted to the Legacy, Selfless Spirit of Service, Team Focused, and Respectful of Others. Hershey Entertainment & Resorts is committed to cultivating diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce, marketplace, and community, and is proud to help fulfill the dream of our founder by providing value to Milton Hershey School.

As an Internal Audit Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in the auditing profession. Interns are engaged in providing our employees and guests with exceptional customer service and successfully executing internal audit testing of operational, compliance, and financial areas throughout Hershey Entertainment & Resorts. This position is scheduled for 40 hours per week and is located at the Press Building in Hershey, PA.

As a Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Intern, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission and parking to Hersheypark, discounts on food & shopping, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ID!

Job Duties:

• Conducting audit testing procedures and preparing work papers which document work performed and conclusions
• Assisting in the identification of risks and related controls
• Analyzing large volumes of data using common tools such as Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel
• Performing special projects that may involve gathering of information, conducting analysis, preparing files, etc.
• Preparing draft audit reports based on the above audit procedures for review by corporate internal audit management
• Providing meaningful and useful recommendations on audit findings and observations
• Creating summary reports or trend analyses as requested
• Performing related administrative duties such as data entry, flow charting, scanning, etc.
• Preparing and presenting status reports to corporate internal audit management on a regular basis
• Functioning as a team player and working collaboratively with both internal and external customers, as necessary
• Meeting communicated schedules and deadlines

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Currently enrolled Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Must have a valid driver's license

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Commitment to accuracy in daily work and other projects
• Possess strong organizational and communication skills
• Strong math skills and attention to detail are required
• Innovative and self-motivated to complete tasks
• Friendly, upbeat, and able to interact with our guests
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Interact in a professional manner with other employees, process owners, management, and guests. Should be able to develop good working relationships with staff and management
• Ability to safeguard the company's confidential and proprietary information
• Adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct
• The following skills/experience are a plus:
  • Knowledge of auditing standards, analytical techniques and internal controls
  • Experience working with data analysis software
  • Highly proficient in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office applications
  • Experience in the retail, food & beverage, and hospitality industry
  • Prior audit internship experience

Job Demands:

• The work schedule for this position will fall within normal business hours of the Hershey Press Building between 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. However, occasional weekend, holiday, and evening hours may be required on short notice.
• Must be able to work 40 hours a week from late-May to mid-August
• Must be able to work in an office environment and work on a computer for long periods of time
• Physical requirements include standing, bending, sitting, walking, and communicating
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Hershey Entertainment and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer

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