Finance Internship

Location: Schofield

WHO WE ARE:

Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Schofield, Wisconsin, Wausau Supply Company has a history of providing top-quality building materials to authorized retailers across the United States. As a proud 100% employee-owned company, we are dedicated to not only serving our customers but also ensuring that our employees have a direct stake in our success. We distribute building materials from the industry's leading manufacturers to authorized retailers from the western Rocky Mountains to the east coast.

In addition to our distribution capabilities, Wausau Supply Company is known for its high-quality manufactured brands, including Diamond Kote Siding System, Waudena, Cham Clad and Taylor Entrance Systems. These brands reflect our commitment to innovation, safety, service and integrity. Our territory continues to expand as we continuously strive to meet the demands of our customers with nineteen distribution centers and five fabrication and finishing facilities across the United States.

At Wausau Supply Company, we are driven by a passion for excellence and a dedication to service, ensuring that we remain a trusted partner in the building materials industry for generations to come.

INTERN BENEFITS we offer:

+ Competitive Compensation

+ Relocation Assistance interns moving more than 50 miles to Wausau, WI.

+ 401K Retirement Fund - opportunity for employee to contribute

+ Executive-Led Book Study Focused on Leadership & Career Development

+ Mentorship & Coaching

+ Exposure to ESOP culture and business fundamentals

+ Company Swag Package

+ Opportunity to earn academic credit (if applicable)

+ End-of-internship presentation to senior leadership

+ Potential for future full-time opportunities based on performance

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL BE DOING:

Position Summary

The Finance Summer Intern will work closely with the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team to support forecasting, financial reporting, and business analytics. This role is ideal for a student pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field who wants hands-on experience in corporate finance within a dynamic, employee-owned company.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Analysis & Reporting

* Assist in preparing monthly financial reports, KPI dashboards, and variance analysis.

* Support the FP&A team in reviewing actual results vs. budget/forecast.

* Analyze sales, margin, and expense trends to identify risks and opportunities.

* Assist in forecast models and validating data integrity.

Data & Systems

* Work with Excel, Power BI, and internal financial systems to gather, transform, and interpret data.

* Help maintain data accuracy for reporting and analytics.

Business Support

* Partner with cross-functional groups such as Accounting, Supply Chain, Sales, and Operations to gather inputs and support project needs.

* Participate in financial project work such as cost analysis, business reviews, or process documentation.

Other Responsibilities

* Present key project findings to Finance leadership at the end of the internship.

* Perform additional duties as assigned in support of departmental goals

Qualifications

Education

* Actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, or related field.

* Completion of introductory finance/accounting coursework preferred.

Skills & Competencies

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas).

* Familiarity with data visualization tools (Power BI) a plus.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.

* Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment

What You'll Gain

* Hands-on experience with real corporate financial processes.

* Exposure to FP&A, Accounting, Operations, and Senior Leadership.

* Experience with data analytics tools and financial modeling.

* Insight into employee ownership and how business decisions drive long-term value.

* Professional development, networking events, and mentorship throughout the summer.

Work Environment

* Standard office environment in Schofield, WI.

* Internship duration typically 10-12 weeks (late May-August).

* Full-time schedule (40 hours/week), Monday-Friday.