Winchester Accounting Intern - 2027

Winchester; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Olin is seeking an Accounting Intern in Independence, MO to support the Finance and Accounting team with monthly close tasks, journal entries, reconciliations, and data analysis. This internship offers hands-on experience with accounting processes and controls while developing technical and analytical skills.

The position requires enrolled undergrad or graduate students, a 3.0+ GPA, 20 hours per week year-round, and eligibility to work in the United States; ITAR access and security vetting may

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a finance, accounting, or business program (undergrad or grad).
• GPA 3.0+ on a 4.0 scale required at all times.
• Part-time availability (20 hours/week) while taking classes; US work authorization required.
• Familiarity with accounting processes, financial reporting, or data analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly close and assigned accounting tasks.
• Prepare and post journal entries with supporting documents.
• Support reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to collect and organize financial information.
• Assist with ad hoc analyses, reporting requests, and special projects.

Skills

Part-time availability (20 hrs/wk)

US work authorization

Experience in ammunition industry

Education

Finance/Accounting/business degree (undergrad/grad)

Sophomore year completed (60 credits)

Master's program pending enrollment

Job description

ALL IN for Opportunity. ALL IN with Olin.

Title

Accounting Intern (Multiple Semesters Required)

Location

Independence, MO

Salary

$25.00 / hour for undergraduate students; $33.00 / hour for graduate students

Focus

The Accounting Intern will support the Finance and Accounting team by assisting with financial reporting, account reconciliations, data analysis, and month-end close activities. This role provides hands‑on experience with accounting processes, financial controls, and business operations while developing technical and analytical skills.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the monthly financial close process and completing assigned accounting tasks
• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining supporting documentation
• Support account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies and variances
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to collect, validate, and organize financial information
• Assist with ad‑hoc financial analyses, reporting requests, and special projects

What You’ll Bring

• Enrolled at an accredited college or university majoring in an undergraduate or graduate Finance, Accounting, or business‑related degree program (or pending enrollment in a Master’s program in one of these disciplines)
• Must have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale at all times throughout your time at Olin. An official transcript will be required each term. Cumulative GPA on current institution transcript will be used in transfer college situations.
• Ability to work continuously throughout the year, can be part‑time (20 hours per week) while taking classes. Not eligible for virtual work.
• Experience in ammunition and firearms with a knowledge of shooting sports industry is preferred
• Must have completed sophomore year (or 60 completed credit hours) prior to first rotation with Olin
• Must possess a valid US Driver's license
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with the U.S. Department of Justice and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
• Independence Location Only: This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. The U.S. Government does not allow non-U.S. citizens onsite at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant (Independence, Missouri). Therefore, to be considered in the hiring process, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen.
• *Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Additional Information

Olin is ALL IN: At Olin, students don't just observe - they contribute. We cultivate diverse experiences and career‑building opportunities uniquely designed to help you flourish in your career. Many of our previous college recruits have grown to become plant leaders, supply chain directors, and commercial gurus. Olin continues to be the global leader in both chemical manufacturing and ammunition. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering individuals to make an impact both at work and in their surrounding communities. Olin is ALL IN on developing future talent and our commitment to operate with integrity every day, in every way, and by every employee in our company.

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Equal Opportunity

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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