Corporate Accounting Intern - Summer 2025
Cretex Companies, Inc.

Job Info

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Overview

Corporate Accounting Intern Position Summary

The Corporate Accounting Intern will be responsible for partnering with the accounting team to review and analyze company operating results. This internship will be located in Elk River, MN. It will be working onsite, working 40 hours/week.
Responsibilities

Corporate Accounting Intern Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform financial analysis of operating company results and metrics
• Assist with monthly reporting and close processes
• Assist with analytical reviews on major customers and competitors
• Review each company's internal control structure and adherence to policies and procedures
• Communicate internal audit procedures to divisional controllers and presidents
• Research new and emerging accounting standards and the impact to Cretex
• Participate in special projects at the corporate office or at an operating company, as directed by the senior accountant, controller, or the leadership team
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance

Qualifications

Corporate Accounting Intern Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited accounting or finance degree program
• Understands accounting principles and auditing standards
• Successfully completes internal audit procedures and communicates findings to the operating company leadership team
• Effectively communicates with corporate finance team regarding work status
• Collaborates with accounting team members across multiple organizations
• Takes ownership of projects and responsibilities and see them through to completion
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

Desirable Criteria and Qualifications

• Experience using accounting principals

What to Expect from an Internship with Cretex Companies?

Each summer, we are excited to offer interns countless opportunities to network, learn more about the Cretex family of businesses, and have fun! Here are some things you'll get to experience as an intern with Cretex and its businesses:

• Work with the latest technologies
• Challenge yourself and grow your skills
• Find opportunities to move across our family of businesses

Cretex offers internships in many different areas, including Engineering, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Accounting, Business, and Production Operations. We encourage you to explore the many internship opportunities Cretex could offer you.

Internships are available in a variety of locations within the Minneapolis/St. Paul (Minnesota) metro area, including Elk River, Brooklyn Park, Bloomington, Coon Rapids, Anoka, and Dassel.

Here are some of the things that interns have said about working at Cretex:

• "I enjoyed how integrated the interns were in the workflow. We were working on projects that made an impact for the company. I had opportunities to work with employees from all areas of the company as well as other interns."

• "During my internship, I gained firsthand experience in project management, quality systems, and manufacturing best practices. I was able to grow my skills in design by focusing on creating more ergonomic processes for manufacturing. I enjoyed the learning experience and the relationships I developed."

Cretex Intern Benefits:

Cretex offers a wide range of benefits for interns including:

• Eligible for Housing Stipend for Relocation
• Eligible for Health and Wellness Benefits
• Career Development Activities
• Opportunities to Interact with Leadership
• Company Events
  • Facility Tours
  • Summer Intern Event

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

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