What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Intern position at Swisher?
About the Company
For the past 162 years, Swisher has been an industry leader known for its iconic products and commitment to high quality standards. With a rich history, Swisher serves adult consumers through a diverse range of businesses, including Swisher Sweets Cigar Company, Helme Tobacco Co., Hempire, Rogue Holdings, and Drew Estate: The Rebirth of Cigars. We have a passion for people and helping them build rewarding careers. If you’re ready to create excitement and drive what’s next in the industry, we’d love to hear from you.
Internship Details:
• On or about May 12, 2025 – July 31, 2025 (12 weeks)
• 35 hours a week / $21.50 per hour
• Hybrid work environment
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide support to Accounting Staff performing financial reporting, inventories, audit, payroll, account reconciliations, and budgeting duties.
• Assist in analyzing actual spending, standard costs, yields, staffing, and variances to develop forecasts and annual budgets.
• Assist in reviewing and analyzing cost standards, operational costs, and Administrative, and Overhead Spend.
• Help to identify and execute opportunities for process improvement and information sharing to improve financial decision-making.
Required Qualifications:
• Must be Senior-level college student residing in the Wheeling, West Virginia Summer 2025
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Must be at least 20 years of age
• 2.75 GPA or above
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate curiosity and analytical skills, and show both creativity and individual initiative while approaching problems with a solution-seeking mindset
• Submit resume, letter of recommendation, and personal statement (no more than 200 words) no later than Friday, March 14 at 5 pm EST
Salary : $22
