Accounting Intern

Accounting Intern

At Bel, we are not just a company—we are a company on a Mission, built on 160 years of bold innovation, family values, and a commitment to social purpose. With beloved brands like Babybel®, GoGo squeeZ®, The Laughing Cow®, and Boursin®, our snacking solutions bring more than joy; they want to serve as a force for good.

Our U.S. Mission? To help close the critical 80% nutrition gap by making it easier for Americans to eat more fruits, veggies, and dairy as part of their daily lives. The company has headquarters in Chicago and New York City and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.

Job Summary

The Accounting Intern supports the plant controlling team by assisting with accounts payable, financial reporting, cost analysis, and general accounting activities. This role provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment while developing skills in financial analysis, inventory accounting, and manufacturing cost reporting.

Essential Duties & Functions

• Accounts Payable (40%)
• Process vendor invoices and verify coding accuracy.
• Route invoices for approval.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical accounting records.
• Reporting & Accounting Support (35%)
• Assist with preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly plant performance reports.
• Support month-end close activities including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Update and maintain reporting dashboards and spreadsheets.
• Financial Analysis (20%)
• Analyze labor, material, and overhead variances.
• Support cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis.
• Assist with tracking plant KPIs including production efficiency, waste, yield, and labor utilization.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses for plant leadership.
• Other Duties (5%)
• Support special projects assigned by the controlling team.

Qualifications

Education: Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.

Experience: Knowledge of Business, General Accounting and analytical concepts. Proficient in MS Office, specifically Excel.

Required Skills: Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail. Effective communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Interest in manufacturing, cost accounting, or operations finance. Familiarity with Power BI or data visualization tools is a plus.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Work is performed largely in an office environment. Hours of work will generally be during regular business hours with at least 30 hours a week. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds. Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods. Fine motor skills for operating tools or machinery. Work in hot, cold, or humid environments. Occasional exposure to loud machinery or equipment. Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Bel Brands is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation or assistance in using the website, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io.