Intern - Finance

Position Title: Accounting Intern

Location of Position: United States -- Wisconsin -- Sturgeon Bay

Business Group: Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding

Department: Finance

Position Type: Internship; Temporary; Non-Exempt

Reports To: Director of Finance & Technical Operations

Position Summary: This position is responsible for supporting the Finance Department at our Sturgeon Bay, WI shipyard. Significant heavy manufacturing takes place both in several fab shops, as well as on the waterfront across our vast, 63-acre facility. The successful candidate will support the 1,000+ working men and woman on our waterfront by participating in shadowing accounting department staff members, and learning to track and analyze financial information while assisting in other accounting activities.

Detailed Description:

• Work with Project Managers/Program Managers to develop EACs (Estimate At Completion) including accurate labor, burden and material forecasts based on production guidance.
• Work with Scheduler on manning plans for projects.
• Provide updates to finance leadership with regard to progress metrics and deviations from plans.
• Work with project managers, purchasing department personnel and foremen to update project material cost.
• Understand POC (Percentage-Of-Completion) accounting as to the ongoing recognition of revenue and income related to longer-term projects.
• Understand how to work as part of the Finance team to compile and analyze data, track information, and support FBS.
• Willingness to take on additional tasks or projects to learn more accounting and office operations.
• Ability and willingness to engage in highly energetic pursuits on the waterfront.

• Maintain a commitment to and promote the Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety Policies.

• Abide by all organizational policies and procedures.

Core Competencies:

• Financial Acumen -- interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.
• Communicates effectively -- Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Optimizes Work Performance -- knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Must be actively working towards an Associate's Degree or higher in a financial discipline or a related field
• Basic understanding of accounting and financial principles
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Motivation and desire to take on new challenges and learn as much as possible

Desired Qualifications:

• Collaborative, trustworthy and receptive to feedback
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Values efficiency, accuracy, responsibility and accountability
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and with a sense of urgency
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including: Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and Power Point

Company Overview:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding (FBS) is located in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. With roots dating back to 1918, we currently exist as an industry leader in new construction, repair, and major conversions. The FBS portfolio includes articulated tug-barge units, OPA 90-compliant vessels, dredges and dredging support equipment, and offshore supply vessels along with specializing in Great Lakes self-unloading vessels. We strive to be the shipbuilder of choice in safety, quality, value and dependability by offering innovative and competitive maritime solutions tailored to our customers' needs. Our mission is to build, repair and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service and defend our nation and the world.

EEO Statement:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We promote a Drug Free Work Environment and require pre-employment drug testing as well as mandatory random drug testing.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, email our Human Resources Department at Bayshipbuilding-HR@us.fincantieri.com.