About the role#
Baird is looking for an intern to join the Associate Financial Services team in Milwaukee. This role supports the firm by managing financial data, processing payroll, and handling accounts payable and employee expenses. You will work directly with the team to contribute to shareholder and compensation programs.
What you'll do#
- Process invoices, including coding, entry, and uploads.
- Audit expense reports for accuracy.
- Review vendor set-up submissions and invoice data.
- Respond to internal inquiries and requests.
- Assist with special projects related to company stock and compensation programs.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
- We encourage freshmen, sophomores, and juniors to apply.
- You have strong communication skills and work well both independently and as part of a team.
- You are reliable, detail-oriented, and able to manage priorities to meet deadlines.
- You possess strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.
- You have a drive for continuous improvement.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
- You must be a local student able to start as soon as possible.
- The role requires full-time availability (37.5 to 40 hours per week) during the summer.
- You must be available to work part-time (15 to 20 hours per week) during the school semesters.
- This is a paid internship.
- Baird does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
About Baird
Baird is a financial services firm founded in 1919. Based in Milwaukee, the company provides wealth management, investment banking, asset management, and equity research services. It operates as a privately held organization with over 5,700 employees. The firm manages or oversees more than 560 billion dollars in client assets.
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