Accounting Intern at Shorr Packaging Corp. (Aurora, IL)
Shorr Packaging Corp.· Aurora, IL·
Role details
Work type
Hybrid
Employment
Internship
Level
Internship
Job description
The Accounting Intern will support the finance team by processing accounts payable transactions and responding to vendor inquiries, assisting the accounts receivable with billing and invoicing needs and performing various accounting related tasks as needed.
Responsibilities
Accounts Payable Related
- Process vendor invoices through Softco, an AP automation tool. Includes inventory, expense and freight related activity.
- Review vendor statements for accuracy and request invoices or credits when needed.
General Finance Related
- Maintain confidentiality of financial information
- Perform month end close related duties as assigned
- Assist with data entry, filing, and organization of financial documents
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned
Requirements
- Current Juniors or Seniors pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
- Basic understanding of accounting principles (GAAP preferred)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
- Familiarity with Excel and accounting software
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong time management
- Detail oriented
This temporary position is not benefits eligible.
Why work at Shorr Packaging Corp.
- Culture: The culture is centered on the "OWN IT" values — ownership, collaboration, and collective spirit. Employees are referred to as "employee-owners," creating a sense of shared success shorr.com
- Remote/Hybrid/Office Policy: Not explicitly stated, but job postings include warehouse, field, and corporate positions suggesting a mix of on-site and field-based roles shorr.com
- Notable Perks: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) which rewards employees annually; competitive compensation and benefits; 3,000+ training courses; mentorship and job shadowing programs; performance evaluation growth plans shorr.com
- Engineering Culture: For technical roles, the company has a CIO and a professional service team of certified technicians, process engineers, and equipment specialists. Focus is on practical, hands-on problem-solving in a stable, established company shorr.com