Finance Intern – Summer 2027 – Operations Accounting Support

Job Description

Finance Intern – Summer 2027 | Komatsu

The Tone:
This is a Finance Intern position at Komatsu, located in Peoria, Illinois. Komatsu is a global leader developing and supplying technologies, equipment, and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial, and forestry markets, operating in over 140 countries with more than 64,000 employees worldwide. For over a century, the company has focused on creating value through manufacturing and technology innovation. This role is crucial for supporting the Operations Accounting Department, which provides essential accounting and financial oversight for Komatsu’s manufacturing facility in Peoria. The Finance Intern will contribute directly to month-end financial reporting, financial forecasting, and accounts payable, playing a vital role in supporting critical business decisions for the facility.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time (summer), Flexible Part-time (academic year)
• Location: In-person Peoria, IL
• Pay: $18 hourly
• Team: Operations Accounting Department, supporting the Peoria manufacturing facility
• Mission: Provide accounting and financial support to the Operations Accounting Department for the Peoria manufacturing facility.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, Excel (Pivot Tables), Power Point (slide presentations)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Journal Entries: Complete the creation and posting of journal entries to accurately record financial transactions.
• Vendor Reconciliation: Perform vendor statement reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and investigating and resolving any identified discrepancies.
• Month-End Closure: Execute month-end reconciliations, including thorough investigation and resolution of any reconciling items to support timely financial close.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly financial reports to provide key stakeholders with timely performance insights.
• Inventory Audit: Conduct physical audits of inventory to verify stock levels against records and ensure data integrity.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Actively enrolled in an Accounting or Finance Program from a 4-year accredited college/university.
• Experience: Demonstrated ability to apply academic knowledge and principles to real-world business scenarios and challenges.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically with Excel (including Pivot Tables) and PowerPoint (for creating slide presentations); Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt easily to new challenges and business working environments.
• Bonus: Prior experience gained through work study programs, school or volunteer leadership roles, participation on teams or in clubs, or professional organizations is preferred; Some travel may be required for specific tasks.