Finance Intern/Co-Op (Quinnesec & Escanaba, MI)

About the role

Billerud Americas Corporation is seeking talented individuals who desire a career in Accounting or Finance and who are interested in maximizing their education through an on-site Summer Internship opportunity at one of our Manufacturing facilities in Escanaba or Quinnesec, Michigan. This role will provide accounting and analytical support to the Accounting and Finance teams. This role is designed for a technically capable individual with a strong drive for results.

Key accountabilities

• Conducting cost audits
• Preparing and analyzing cost reports
• Interpretation and application of financial policies and accounting standards
• Development of standard work documentation for training purposes
• Investigation analysis and resolutions of variances
• Collaborating with internal customers
• Analysis of current manual tasks and recommendation for automation where necessary
• Additional projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Must have completed sophomore year of college working toward a major in Finance or Accounting
• Must have basic accounting functional knowledge
• Minimum 2.75 GPA

Required skills

• Ability to interpret financial data and standard cost concepts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills with emphasis in Excel. All other Microsoft Office products a plus
• The ideal candidate is a team-player, self-starter, and quick learner, who is motivated to improve self and surroundings
• Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States for other than practical training (Student work VISA does not qualify)

Benefits

• Impactful Work – Contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives
• Career Growth – Access development programs and internal advancement opportunities
• Education Support – Tuition reimbursement + certificate programs through partner schools
• Competitive Compensation – Performance based bonus eligibility (role dependent)
• Comprehensive Benefits – Multiple medical plans with virtual care options, generous 401(k) offerings, HSA contribution match + additional preventive exam contribution, dental & vision coverage, company paid disability insurance, prescription benefits