Accounting Intern - Military veterans preferred

2025-06-17
Perrigo
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Allegan
Michigan
49010
United States

Perrigo


Accounting Intern

Location:

Allegan, MI, US, 49010

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, ACO®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.

Description Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Intern to join our Finance team and gain hands-on experience in accounting operations.

As an Accounting Intern, you will support the finance team with day-to-day accounting tasks, including data entry, account reconciliation, and financial reporting. This internship is designed to provide exposure to real-world accounting practices and help you develop essential skills for a career in finance.

Scope of the Role

  • Support accounts payable processes
  • Support Travel & Expense processes with project involvement in a related system implementation
  • Perform data entry and maintain accurate financial records
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts and help with month-end closing procedures
  • Organize and maintain digital and physical financial files
  • Conduct research and analysis as needed
  • Assist with audits and compliance documentation

Experience Required

Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications
  • Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) is a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and time management abilities
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What You’ll Gain:

  • Practical experience in accounting and finance operations
  • Exposure to industry-standard tools and software
  • Mentorship from experienced professionals
  • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects
  • A potential pathway to a full-time role
  • Potential continuation in a part-time capacity when school is in session

Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo.

Hybrid Working Approach
We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.

We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo


Nearest Major Market: Grand Rapids




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