Accounts Payable Intern

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The Accounts Payable Intern is responsible for accumulating financial data to ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting. In this role you will work as a member of the Finance Shared Service team to assist the Accounts Payable team pay suppliers accurately and timely. The ideal candidate will work with the Finance Shared Service team to execute both transactional and entry level analytical tasks that promote continuous improvement at Schreiber Foods locations.

This internship offers a flexible hybrid work schedule (Monday-Friday) located at our Home Office in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The hybrid work schedule is 3 days/week onsite at Home Office and 2 days/week from home.

About our Green Bay, WI Home Office:

You’ll find lots to love in our beautiful home office in downtown Green Bay, Wisconsin. Our jeans-friendly environment has indoor and outdoor collaboration spaces, state-of-the-art R&D and sensory labs, culinary kitchens, a pilot plant, innovation center and more.

Take advantage of outdoor workspaces. Sample and provide feedback on new products from our R&D team. Enjoy free coffee, soda and popcorn. Hit up a game of ping pong on your break. Or take a short walk to restaurants, breweries, the YMCA and a weekly farmer’s market on the scenic Fox River. You can even see Lambeau Field from our top floor.

This is a paid internship with an hourly rate of pay: $18.75

What you’ll do:

• Data entry into financial systems such as accounts payable, purchasing or general ledger to generate management reporting or information used in the preparation of financial statements. Maintain financial accuracy through controls and auditing processes.
• Communicate with vendors and internal partners, answering questions, explaining processes, or performing analysis as requested.
• Analyze data for reasonableness, trends, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Promote a culture that focuses on continuous improvement. Work with colleagues to identify inefficiencies and improve processes.
• Be able to be the primary back up for other processes within the Accounts Payable team.
• Perform administrative functions for finance as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership group.

What you need to succeed:

• Must be pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. Sophomore or Junior level candidates please apply. Must have a graduation date of May 2028 or later.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information
• Keen attention-to-detail and data validation skills, capable of multi-tasking.
• Offer continuous improvement ideas, team player mentality, strong process and communication skills
• Proficiency with software tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Oracle, Teams, PowerBI).
• Excellent computer skills.
• Familiarity with word-processing, graphics, flowcharts or other software is desirable.
• Knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of accounting practices, processes, and systems.

Physical Demands Analysis:

• Stand - .5 hour
• Walk - .5 hour
• Sit - 7.25 hours
• Forklift Use - n/a
• Lift/Carry up to 50 pounds - .25 hour

Internship benefits:

• Opportunity to complete real-world projects, participate in team meetings and contribute your ideas
• Exposure to different areas of the business around the world
• Internship program that includes engaging events and opportunities to build relationships at all levels
• Relocation assistance (for eligible internships)
• Rewards program for referring others
• Eight free counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
• Company-provided retirement contributions per year through our 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Volunteer opportunities to give back to the community
• Discounts on our products and more

​For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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About Us

Schreiber Foods strives to do good through food every day. Based in North America, we’re a customer-brand leader in cream cheese, natural cheese, process cheese, shelf-stable beverages and yogurt. Our more than 10,000 employees and presence on five continents enable us to be an essential ingredient in our customers’ success.

With annual sales of more than $7 billion, we partner with the best retailers, restaurants, distributors and food manufacturers around the globe. We also recognize our responsibility to do good in the world and are driven to make a difference in everything we do.

Life & Culture - We call ourselves partners – not employees – and there’s a good reason behind that. Our work is more than just a job. Our common goals drive and energize us as we work together to be the best we can be.

Caring is a huge part of who we are. We not only help each other grow; we take care of each other along the way. Whenever a partner is experiencing a hardship, it’s common for others to take the initiative to organize fundraisers to help support them through our Partners Helping Partners program. We also care about our communities and want to help make them better places to live every day.

Who are we looking for? Our people are truly the heart of our company, and we’re on a journey together. It’s about more than a job. We work hard to find great people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and provide opportunities to help them grow. Like a family, we care deeply about each other