Accounts Payable Intern

About the Company

Cedar Point, located in Sandusky, Ohio, is one of the world’s premier amusement parks, offering thrilling rides, world-class entertainment, and memorable experiences for visitors of all ages. With over 150 years of history, Cedar Point combines innovation, safety, and customer satisfaction while providing a fun, dynamic, and inclusive environment.

About the Role

The Accounts Payable Intern will join the Shared Finance Services team at Cedar Point, engaging in daily activities across multiple accounting functions. This role provides comprehensive exposure to financial operations, touching on areas such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Financial Accounting, and more, while offering hands-on experience with real-world projects and educational workshops led by senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s degree program in accounting, finance, business management or related fields.
• Eager to learn and detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Prior exposure to accounting or finance principles is a plus.
• Must pass a mandatory drug test and background check.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

The Intern will engage in a variety of financial disciplines including:

• Accounts Payable: Assist with processing weekly disbursements and vendor statement reviews.
• Accounts Receivable: Learn to retrieve and apply payments, reconcile accounts, and resolve discrepancies.
• Business Transformation: Collaborate on projects with the Accounting Information Systems team.
• Financial Accounting: Support journal voucher preparations and general ledger reconciliations.
• Financial Planning and Analysis: Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and trend analysis.
• Capital and Project Accounting: Assist in tracking capital projects and monitoring budgets.
• Payroll: Observe processing for multi-state and international employees and assist with compliance reports.
• Revenue Accounting: Validate daily revenue processes and reconcile accounts.
• Treasury: Support fraud reduction efforts and daily credit card reconciliations.

Benefits

This internship offers competitive pay at $20 per hour, hands-on experience in corporate finance, professional skills development, mentorship opportunities, networking with industry leaders, and access to park amenities and events at Cedar Point.

Equal Opportunity

Cedar Point is committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or internship opportunities without regard to any protected status.

Key skills/competency

Accounts Payable, Finance, Accounting, Reconciliation, Budgeting, Analysis, Payroll, Treasury, Data Gathering, Compliance