Accounting Intern

About the Company

For the past 162 years, Swisher has been an industry leader known for its iconic products and commitment to high quality standards. With a rich history, Swisher serves adult consumers through a diverse range of businesses, including Swisher Sweets Cigar Company, Helme Tobacco Co., Hempire, Rogue Holdings, and Drew Estate: The Rebirth of Cigars. We have a passion for people and helping them build rewarding careers. If you’re ready to create excitement and drive what’s next in the industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Internship Details:

• On or about May 12, 2025 – July 31, 2025 (12 weeks)
• 35 hours a week / $21.50 per hour
• Hybrid work environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to Accounting Staff performing financial reporting, inventories, audit, payroll, account reconciliations, and budgeting duties.
• Assist in analyzing actual spending, standard costs, yields, staffing, and variances to develop forecasts and annual budgets.
• Assist in reviewing and analyzing cost standards, operational costs, and Administrative, and Overhead Spend.
• Help to identify and execute opportunities for process improvement and information sharing to improve financial decision-making.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be Senior-level college student residing in the Wheeling, West Virginia Summer 2025
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Must be at least 20 years of age
• 2.75 GPA or above
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate curiosity and analytical skills, and show both creativity and individual initiative while approaching problems with a solution-seeking mindset
• Submit resume, letter of recommendation, and personal statement (no more than 200 words) no later than Friday, March 14 at 5 pm EST