About the role#
The Finance Intern role is a summer-long assignment based at our Buford, Georgia site. You will work directly with the Finance Manager to assist with daily operations and special projects. This is a full-time, on-site position running from May 24, 2027, through July 30, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Ensure daily production activity is processed accurately and on time.
- Maintain purchase orders and receiving expenses using Enterprise Asset Management.
- Provide management with reporting on purchases and open Point of Sales.
- Act as a resource for internal questions regarding purchase orders.
- Process purchase orders through Accounts Payable and assist with invoice filing.
- Prepare monthly state tax reports and analyze invoices for proper assessment.
- Close batch tickets and account for raw materials.
- Reconcile finished goods and track movement between the distribution center and direct shipments.
- Review batch tickets and investigate variances.
- Assist with monthly general ledger financial data closing and account reconciliations.
- Participate in employee engagement initiatives and site events.
- Engage in early career development programming including workshops and networking.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a college or university, specifically as a rising or current junior or senior.
- A degree path in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
- At least one year of work experience using Microsoft Office products like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- At least eighteen years of age.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without needing sponsorship.
- Previous experience in a team-oriented setting.
- Prior Sherwin-Williams internship or co-op experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Buford, Georgia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
About Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams manufactures paints, coatings, and adhesives for a global market. Founded in 1866, the company maintains its headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. It operates 130 distribution centers and over 5,000 retail locations. The organization employs more than 50,000 people and specializes in industrial and marine coatings alongside product finishes for original equipment manufacturers.
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