At Oshkosh, we build, serve and protect people and communities around the world by designing and manufacturing some of the toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We employ over 18,000 team members all united by a common purpose. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day.
THE ROLE
As a year-round Finance & Accounting Intern , you will gain hands-on experience supporting Oshkosh Corporation's financial operations while applying what you are learning in the classroom to real business situations.
Opportunities are available across several Finance and Accounting teams, and interns may be matched to assignments based on their skills, interests, academic background, and business needs . Depending on your assignment, you may gain experience in areas such as corporate accounting, financial reporting, tax, treasury, financial analysis, or financial systems and controls .
You'll work alongside Finance and Accounting professionals, contribute to meaningful projects and recurring business processes, and develop an understanding of how financial information supports decision-making across a global organization.
As a year-round intern, you'll have the opportunity to build deeper experience over time while maintaining flexibility around your academic schedule.
YOUR IMPACT
As a Finance & Accounting Intern, your responsibilities may include:
Supporting monthly and quarterly close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and other special projects
Supporting fixed asset accounting and related financial processes
Preparing and reviewing financial reports, schedules, and account activity
Assisting with sales and use tax returns, exemption certificates, and related compliance activities
Supporting federal, state, and international income tax processes and reporting
Conducting tax research and assisting with sales and use tax audits
Reconciling tax accounts and maintaining information related to state income tax payments and refunds
Supporting international tax activities, including foreign true-up calculations and country-by-country reporting
Assisting with daily treasury operations and banking activities
Performing bank and cash reconciliations
Monitoring and tracking treasury operational metrics and benchmarks
Supporting cash management activities and related financial transactions
Assisting with financial controls, compliance requirements, and audit support
Supporting the implementation or improvement of financial and treasury systems, processes, and procedures
Preparing documentation, reports, invoices, expense information, and other financial records
Identifying opportunities to improve, simplify, or automate Finance and Accounting processes
Collaborating with Finance professionals and business partners across Oshkosh
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance , or a related business field
Interest in developing a career in accounting, finance, tax, treasury, or a related area
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with team members and business partners
Ability to work year-round, with approximately 20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time availability during summer and school breaks
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS
Experience, coursework, or interest in one or more of the following is a plus:
Financial or managerial accounting
Corporate accounting and financial reporting
Taxation
Treasury or cash management
Budgeting and forecasting
Account reconciliations and journal entries
Financial analysis
Internal controls, audit, or compliance
Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools
Accounting or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
Data analytics, reporting, or visualization
Process improvement or automation
Strong organizational and time-management skills
EXPERIENCE YOU WILL GAIN
Through this internship, you will have the opportunity to:
Apply accounting and finance concepts to real-world business activities
Gain hands-on experience with the financial processes of a large global organization
Build experience in areas such as Corporate Accounting, Tax, and Treasury
Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial processes
Develop analytical, problem-solving, and financial reporting skills
Gain exposure to financial systems, internal controls, and compliance requirements
Understand how Finance partners with other areas of the business
Build professional relationships with Finance and Accounting professionals across Oshkosh
Explore multiple career paths within the Finance organization
WHY OSHKOSH?
Moving the future forward is our priority-and that includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees' success through learning, development, and hands-on experiences.
Everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the team members around the world who embody them:
We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.
Pay Range:
$18.00 - $37.00
The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
