Accounting Intern

Description

Lactalis USA is currently seeking an intern to join our Accounting & Finance team in Buffalo .

Lactalis, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to nurturing the future by providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day.

We produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together every day. We offer an enviable range of dairy brands including Galbani®, Président®, Kraft® Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond®, Parmalat®, Siggi’s®, and Stonyfield Organic® in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe.

At Lactalis, our core values of AMBITION , ENGAGEMENT , and SIMPLICITY are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a safe, diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and we know that our candidates come from many different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we still encourage you to apply and share with us your STORY , your PASSION , and your EXPERTISE ! You may be just the perfect candidate for this or other roles within our company.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to : veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.

From your PASSION to ours

The Accounting Intern will ideally work 40 hours / week for a duration of 6 months, with the potential of up to 1 year. Candidates who can commit to a part-time position while in school and full-time position during the summer will also be considered.

The intern will assist the Director of Accounting and Director of Tax and Insurance with multiple tasks. The internship program will provide the student with relevant skills in a variety of accounting functions via on-the-job training.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include :

• Collect and analyze financial data.
• Assist with monthly statutory financial reporting including flash results, balance sheet, P&L and cash flow using the systems of SAP, Excel, and HFM under the supervision of LAG’s Accounting Manager, Controller and Director of Accounting.
• Assist on financial projects.
• Provide support for the Accounting department in the areas of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and month end closing of the General Ledger.
• Perform various monthly and weekly accounting functions.
• Assist the Corporate Tax team with projects as assigned
• Learn the key functionality of a corporate Accounting department.
• This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and well-being of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company’s overall performance and success.
• Travel and / or extended or off work hours may be required.
• This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone, and / or allowance(s) may be provided.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these Essential Duties and Responsibilities.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following :

Education

Candidate must be working towards completing a degree in Accounting or Finance.

Skills / Abilities

• Strong technical and organizational skills in addition to excellent written and verbal communication skills, in a professional environment.
• A high level of integrity, accuracy, dependability, enthusiasm, and confidentiality.

Specialized Knowledge

• General Knowledge of an income statement, balance sheet, cash flows, and financial modeling.
• SAP knowledge is a plus.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office, specifically excel and outlook.

LI-Hybrid

Salary Description $17.50 +

Employee Benefits.

Lactalis provides robust and competitive benefits for employees. We have developed a total rewards program that focuses on fair pay, pay for performance, benefits, time off, career progression, and development opportunities.

We offer a full suite of benefit options designed to fit your personal needs, from traditional medical and dental plans to ancillary benefits such as accident and critical illness insurance, as well as employee assistance programs.

Choice and flexibility are at the core of our benefits program, assuring you have the choices and coverage levels that meet your personal needs.

We also understand the importance of affordable benefits which is why we contribute up to 85% toward the cost. We place significant importance on your financial well-being by providing company paid short-term disability, life insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan.

When it comes to time off, we understand the importance of work-life balance which is why all employees are granted PTO days upon hire in addition to designated annual holidays.

We continue to evaluate our total rewards program and strive to provide you with valuable benefits for your overall wellness.