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usiness operations. The Finance Intern will support key financial and operational initiatives, including cost analysis, inventory management, and financial reporting. This role provides exposure to various aspects of finance and accounting, such as fixed asset management, cost accounting, and internal audit support. You will contribute to impactful projects, develop technical skills, and gain valuable insights into financial processes within the manufacturing industry.
This position is expected to start in office around March 2025 and continue through the entire Spring term (i.e. through May 2025).
Job Responsibilities
Develop a general understanding of the base manufacturing processes, understanding how costs and value are added throughout each step
Conduct outbound freight analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities, including evaluating cost per ton, ancillary charges, and mileage factors
Analyze cost accounting data, including absorption rates, labor costs, and overhead rates
Assist in forecasting absorption for manufacturing operations
Support additional finance and accounting projects as assigned
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals
Develop and report on inventory Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including aging inventory, obsolete items, and excess inventory evaluations
Support cycle count adherence and data entry for physical inventories
Research and deploy a tagging solution to improve fixed asset tracking
Conduct baseline audits of plant assets and create comprehensive documentation
Review bills of materials and conduct cycle time studies to optimize production processes
Analyze material usage and loss factors for efficiency improvement
Prepare data for business reviews and compile open purchase order reports
Assist with procure-to-pay processes, including PCard and other financial reviews
Participate in internal audits to ensure compliance with company policies
Job Requirements
Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field with relevant coursework
Course Requirements: Introductory Financial Accounting, Introductory Cost Accounting, Introductory Managerial Accounting, Intermediate Financial Accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting functions
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
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Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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