Finance/Accounting Summer Intern
INFICON · East Syracuse, NY
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- On site
- Full-time
- $37,440 / year
- East Syracuse, NY
Job highlights
- Gain broad finance and accounting knowledge.
- Assist with accounts payable and receivable tasks.
- Perform reconciliations and financial data entry.
- Support fixed asset inventory and records retention.
- Contribute to various finance team projects.
About the role
About INFICON
INFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation, critical sensor technologies, and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions that enhance productivity and quality of tools, processes, and complete factories. These analysis, measurement and control products are essential for gas leak detection in air conditioning/refrigeration and automotive manufacturing. They are vital to equipment manufacturers and end-users in the complex fabrication of semiconductors and thin film coatings for optics, flat panel displays, solar cells and industrial vacuum coating applications. Other users of our vacuum-based processes include the life sciences, research, aerospace, packaging, heat treatment, laser cutting and many other industrial processes. We also leverage our expertise in vacuum technology to provide unique, toxic chemical analysis products for emergency response, security, and environmental health and safety.
Finance/Accounting Summer Intern Job Description
Learn various areas of the Finance team to expand basic knowledge of accounting and business. Responsibilities may include, but may not be limited to, the following:
- Assist with fixed asset physical inventory
- Reconcile SAP to Vendor and Customer Statements
- Monitor A/P inbox, move invoices to SAP, and acquire necessary approvals
- Confirm Vendor info and assist with vendor changes
- Assist with vendor set up forms and bank payment information
- Assist with obtaining customer credit reference data and following up on past due invoices
- Complete daily customer invoicing
- Complete selected balance sheet reconciliations
- Assist with records retention
- Contribute to various projects as assigned
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Satisfactory completion of introductory accounting courses and a basic understanding of accounting and financial principles
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- High level of efficiency, accuracy and responsibility
- Organization and time management skills
- Motivation and strong desire to take on new challenges
Additional Information
For New York, the expected salary range for this position is $18/hr per hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.
INFICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs.
Explore abundant growth opportunities and enhance your skill set with INFICON's innovative mindset. Join our dynamic work atmosphere, which features competitive compensation, potential relocation support, and extra perks such as comprehensive medical coverage, sick time, and more!
Selected candidates must have reliable transportation, as our facility is not conveniently located near a bus route.
INFICON is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal opportunity to all job seekers that apply without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. A notice describing Federal equal employment opportunity laws is available here to reaffirm this commitment. Any contact that would like to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact us.careers@inficon.com.
INFICON, Inc. strictly complies with all aspects of the Export Administration Regulations ('EAR'), including those sections dealing with deemed exports to foreign nationals.
Key skills/competency
- Accounting
- Finance
- SAP
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Reconciliation
- Data Entry
- Financial Principles
- Project Contribution
- Interpersonal Skills
Skills & topics
- Finance Intern
- Accounting Intern
- SAP
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Reconciliation
- Financial Analysis
- Internship
- Summer Internship
- Entry Level
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight accounting and finance coursework, and any relevant practical experience.
- Craft a strong cover letter: Express your eagerness to learn and how your skills align with the intern role.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss basic accounting principles and your organizational skills.
- Showcase your enthusiasm: Demonstrate your motivation to take on new challenges and grow with INFICON.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary for the Finance/Accounting Summer Intern at INFICON in New York?
- For the Finance/Accounting Summer Intern position in New York, the expected salary range is $18 per hour. The final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience and location.
- What qualifications are needed for the Finance/Accounting Summer Intern role at INFICON?
- Candidates must be pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, have completed introductory accounting courses, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate efficiency, accuracy, and organizational abilities.
- Does INFICON offer relocation support for this internship?
- Yes, INFICON mentions potential relocation support as an extra perk for dynamic work atmospheres, which may apply to this role.
- Is there reliable public transportation to the INFICON facility for this internship?
- No, the job description explicitly states that selected candidates must have reliable transportation as the facility is not conveniently located near a bus route.
- What kind of work environment can I expect at INFICON?
- INFICON offers a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, with ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and various health and wellness programs.
- What are the primary responsibilities of the Finance/Accounting Summer Intern?
- The intern will assist with tasks such as fixed asset physical inventory, reconciling SAP data, monitoring A/P inboxes, confirming vendor information, assisting with vendor setups, obtaining customer credit data, invoicing, and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Does INFICON offer opportunities for growth for interns?
- Yes, INFICON highlights abundant growth opportunities and encourages interns to enhance their skill sets within their innovative mindset.
- What is the application process for the Finance/Accounting Summer Intern at INFICON?
- Interested candidates should apply through INFICON's online application process. For reasonable accommodations, you can contact careers@inficon.com.