Job Description

Accounting Intern

At ChemTreat, we understand and respect the awe-inspiring power of water to impact industries, and to sustain and enhance lives. Our 2,000 associates across North and South America maximize this power for our customersfrom power producers to food and beverage companies to the automotive industry.

When you join the nation's largest and fastest growing specialty chemical company dedicated solely to industrial water treatment, you'll work side-by-side with those customers, helping them save millions of dollars and grow their businesses, all while protecting people and the environment. Our "whatever-it-takes" mindset allows us to turn our 50 years of experience and innovative thinking into meaningful outcomes for our customersand rewarding careers for our people.

ChemTreat is seeking a motivated and curious Accounting Intern to join the Controllership organization for a structured summer internship program at our Glen Allen location. This internship is designed as a rotational experience, providing hands-on exposure to Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable functions within a corporate finance environment. The Accounting Intern will rotate between each area during the summer, gaining practical experience with day-to-day processes, financial systems, and cross-functional collaboration while developing a foundational understanding of how the controllership organization supports accurate financial reporting and business operations. The intern will work under the guidance of experienced accounting professionals and the Global Controller and will be expected to contribute meaningfully while learning core accounting concepts in a real-world setting.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Accounting Rotation

• Assist with basic general ledger activities, including data preparation, reconciliations, and variance analysis under supervision.
• Support month-end close activities by gathering support schedules and assisting with review of account balances.
• Help maintain organized documentation to support audits and internal reviews.
• Participate in special accounting projects or analysis to support the controllership team.

Payroll & Commissions Rotation

• Support review and calculation of sales commissions, including validation of underlying data and preparation of supporting schedules.
• Assist with payroll preparation, including validation of employee earnings, deductions, and time data.
• Assist with reconciliation of payroll and commission-related accounts, while supporting audits, internal controls, and special projects.

Accounts Payable Rotation

• Assist with processing and reviewing vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation under guidance.
• Help research invoice discrepancies and document findings for resolution by the AP team.
• Support invoice workflow and approval processes within the Company's ERP system.
• Communicate professionally with internal stakeholders and vendors regarding invoice status.

Accounts Receivable Rotation

• Assist with applying customer payments and maintaining accurate customer account records.
• Help review AR aging reports and identify items requiring follow-up.
• Support basic customer account research and documentation related to billing or payment inquiries.
• Assist with data preparation related to credit, collections, and customer account maintenance.

Cross-Functional & General Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records and ensure supporting documentation is complete and organized.
• Communicate effectively with members of the accounting team and other departments.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and process walk-throughs.
• Assist with special projects and administrative tasks as assigned.
• Adhere to company policies, ethical standards, and confidentiality requirements

Knowledge & Skills

• Basic knowledge of accounting and management principles and Accounts Payable procedures.
• Proficiency in Excel and ability to analyze large amounts of spreadsheet data and formulas.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Motivation to develop and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work closely within a team structure.

Education & Experience

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Completion of, or active enrollment in, introductory accounting coursework (e.g., Financial Accounting) preferred.
• Ability to work full-time during the summer internship period.

Physical Demands

• Office environment
• Constantly required to sit and occasionally required to walk, stand, climb (includes stairs), balance, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk, hear, and smell
• Constantly using hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, and computer keyboards.
• Routinely required to reach with hands and arms, squat, turn/twist, or reach, lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions & Environment

• Consists of an indoor work office & lab environment with good ventilation and adequate lighting.

At Will Statement

Employment with ChemTreat is on an at-will basis, which means that either the employee or ChemTreat can terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason (or no reason), with or without notice, unless the employee and ChemTreat have entered a written agreement signed by the employee and a duly authorized representative of ChemTreat.

Equal Opportunity

ChemTreat, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any characteristic protected by law.

US Only:

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate's position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

The compensation range for this role is $15 - $20 USD per hour.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

US residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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