Accounting Intern - Summer 2026

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Shorr Packaging Corporation

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Posted 5 months ago

Internship

Aurora, Illinois

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Smart Summary

The Accounting Intern will assist with accounts payable and receivable tasks, including processing vendor invoices and customer collections. Additionally, the intern will support general finance operations and contribute to various projects while maintaining confidentiality.

This internship is for sophomores or juniors pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. The role involves processing vendor invoices, assisting with accounts payable and receivable, and maintaining financial documents. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and basic understanding of accounting principles are required.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Accounting

Finance

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

GAAP

Data Entry

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Softco

Confidentiality

Vendor Invoices

Customer Invoices

Bachelor's Degree

Job Description

The Accounting Intern role provides hands-on experience across payables, receivables, and general finance support. You will gain exposure to daily accounting operations, learn how financial information is processed and maintained, assist with vendor and customer interactions, and contribute to various projects while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in all tasks. Responsibilities  Accounts Payable Related:
  • Process vendor invoices through Softco, an AP automation tool.  Includes inventory, expense and freight related activity.
  • Assist in the accounts payable check run 3X per week.  Includes printing, folding and mailing out vendor payments.
  • Review vendor statements for accuracy and request invoices or credits when needed.
 Accounts Receivable Related: 
  • Assist in customer collection process by contacting customers for past due invoices via email or phone calls
  • Enter customer invoices in third party portals
  • Investigate discrepancies between customer invoices and payments received
 General Finance Related: 
  • Maintain confidentiality of financial information
  • Assist with data entry, filing, and organization of financial documents
  • Perform other duties and projects as assigned
Shorr Packaging does not provide work authorization sponsorship for this position. The targeted compensation for this position is between $18 - $19/hour. This temporary position is not benefits eligible. This position is in the office five days a week.Requirements
  • Current Sophomores or Juniors 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
 Shorr Packaging Corp is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy of Shorr Packaging Corp to afford full Equal Employment Opportunity, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status or disability status or any other legally protected status

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Shorr Packaging Corporation

Shorr is your premium, full-service packaging partner. We have an unmatched ability to optimize holistic supply chain processes, differentiate brands from their competition, and accelerate customer growth. Together we can streamline your processes, increase your output, consolidate your vendor network, and innovate your packaging. We offer innovative packaging products and equipment from industry-leading manufacturers. Product lines include corrugated, carton closure, tapes and adhesives, stretch wrap, shrink wrap, pallet unitization, flexible and protective packaging. We specialize in packaging design, process and procurement methodologies, along with customized automated equipment solutions. Our equipment sales and service team is comprised of expert sales representatives, process engineers and skilled service technicians. Equipment lines include pallet wrappers, case formers, case sealers, shrink wrappers, workstations, bagging and strapping machines. Other core competencies include in-depth consultative reviews along with post-purchase service and support. Shorr Packaging Corp. is geographically positioned with branches, warehouses and distribution centers strategically positioned across the country to best serve your needs. As an employee-owned company, we value every business relationship and will do whatever it takes to ensure success.

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