Accounting Intern – Summer 2026

Position:  Accounting Intern – Summer 2026

Reports to: Accounting Manager – CFO

Location:  In person – 40 Hours a week – Monticello, MN 

Job Description

The Accounting Intern will support the daily operations of the Accounting Department, gaining hands-on experience across accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close, and general administrative accounting tasks. This role is ideal for a student pursuing a degree in Accounting or Finance who is eager to develop practical skills in a fast-paced, professional environment.

General Responsibilities

• Process and review accounts payable invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper coding.
• Assist with PO invoicing and ensure proper documentation and approvals are obtained.
• Support accounts receivable functions, including posting customer payments and assisting with collections.
• Monitor customer accounts and help maintain accurate A/R records and aging schedules.
• Respond to customer accounting inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Participate in month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries and supporting account reconciliations.
• Assist with data entry and maintenance of financial records within the ERP system.
• Assist with the management of sales tax exemption certificates.
• Assist with daily administrative accounting tasks assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial records.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external customers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
• Team-oriented with a willingness to learn and take initiative. 

Education & Experience

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and must have completed at least sophomore year coursework.
• Prior office or accounting experience, and familiar with an ERP system, is a plus but not required.

What You Will Learn

• Real-world accounting processes.
• Accounts payable and receivable workflows.
• Month-end close procedures.
• Use of accounting and ERP systems.
• Professional communication skills.
• Sales tax compliance basics.
• Organization and time management.

Physical Demands

• This position is working mainly in an office environment and may require long periods of sitting and working on a computer.
• The ability to lift a minimum of 15 pounds is required.

About Wiha & Willi Hahn Corporation  

Founded in 1939, Wiha is a leading global manufacturer of hand tools and solutions for professional tradespeople and industrial markets. Currently, over 1,400 Wiha employees manufacture and market award-winning Wiha premium tools. A host of awards underline that Wiha has set the standard in functionality, design, and quality.?  

The family-owned company is recognized as a TOP 100 most innovative medium-sized German enterprise and received the Manufacturing Excellence Award (MX Award) as the best German SME (Small Medium Enterprise). Wiha's innovative approach offers added value and user benefits in terms of increased efficiency and functionality in everyday work.?  

Willi Hahn Corporation USA dba Wiha Tools is a wholly owned subsidiary of Wiha Werkzeuge Gmbh Schonach, Germany. Wiha Tools is the largest Wiha subsidiary, offering over 4,000 products from our Monticello, Minnesota-based North American Headquarters. Wiha USA services North, Central, and South America. With over 80 years of manufacturing experience, Wiha has become a world leader in producing premium quality German hand tools, focusing on application-driven designs specifically for professional tradespeople. www.wihatools.com