Finance Intern at Coughlan Companies

The RoleIf you are looking for a career with a fast-paced growth company have a passion for cultivating a love of reading and learning and an eagerness to be part of an innovative company focused on improving education experiences for children and the educators who serve them think about Capstone! We are seeking a Finance Intern to join our team.The Finance Intern will provide support to the Finance department and gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of accounting and financial operations. This role offers opportunities to learn how to improve processes within an accounting team while contributing to daily departmental activities.While most of our company functions on a hybrid work model this intern would primarily plan to office out of our North Mankato or Edina MN office. Hybrid remote work may be considered.Why Youll Want To Join CapstoneHave you ever read something that increased your understanding of the world around you An article a book a research paper a piece of local legislation even a poem or short storyCapstone is a mission-driven community of passionate creative people like you who believe in the power of literacy. Our mission is to make reading fun for kids so that they never experience literacy as the barrier that prevents them from understanding and engaging with the world around them.For over 30 years Capstone has led the way in K5 educational publishing creating award-winning books and digital learning experiences (PebbleGo). The information landscape has changed dramatically since we first started out in 1991 and competition for kids attention is at an all-time high. This changing landscape inspires our continued growth and innovation todays kids need trusted sources of content more than ever but their standards for whats considered engaging have never been higher! At Capstone were excited by that challenge are youYOUR RESPONSIBILITIESAssist with credit and collections activities.Support Accounts Payable tasks including invoice processing and vendor communication.Support Accounts Receivable tasks including customer billing and payment tracking.Assist with general ledger tasks treasury functions and ad hoc financial reporting.Education Experience and Skills desired:Currently working toward a bachelors degree in Accounting or a related field.Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external customers.Ability to manage shifting priorities coordinate multiple projects and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.Self-starter with a collaborative team-oriented approach and a positive attitude.Ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive information.Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially Excel.Travel RequirementsThis position may require some travel between offices around 5%.Inclusion & BelongingCapstone embraces equal opportunity and belonging for all employees and applicants. All candidate information will be kept private according to EEO guidelines. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process please send a request to .The pay range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered surrounding compensation including but not limited to: skill sets experience and training work location and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the base range for this position is $16.00- $20.00/ hourly.Pre-Employment Background Check RequiredEmployment Authorization:At this time Capstone unfortunately cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. To be considered for one of our roles applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.Required Experience:Intern Key Skills Campaigns,Abinitio,AutoCAD 3D,Hardware & Networking,Customer Support,Arabic Employment Type : Intern Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 16 - 20