Finance Intern - Chandler, AZ

 

 

Job ID:  507188

Non-Exempt

 

Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We’re more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We’re a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we’re leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.

 

Job Summary:

 

Are you ready to apply your skills and classroom knowledge in a real-world setting? Join our team as a Finance Intern and gain hands-on experience that will jumpstart your career. We’re looking for ambitious students passionate about making an impact in the fields of finance, accounting, and business operations. If you’re seeking a challenging, rewarding internship that provides meaningful projects and opportunities to learn, this is the role for you!

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 May 2025 and continue through the entire summer term (i.e. through August 2025). We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time, onsite for most internships.

 

Job Responsibilities:

 

Financial Analysis and Business Support:

• 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.

Inventory Management:

• 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.

Fixed Asset Management:

• Research and deploy a tagging solution to improve fixed asset tracking.
• Conduct baseline audits of plant assets and create comprehensive documentation.

Process Improvement and Reporting:

• 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.

Internal Audits and Compliance:

• 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 an