Finance Intern - Deductions

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

Our internship program at Generac is designed to give students a chance to develop their business and technical skills by assisting with ongoing and project related activities within our finance department.  This internship will introduce the candidate to the Deductions and Credit finance functions. In addition, the candidate will support various continuous improvement (CI) projects.  The position is a full-time summer internship with potential to extend to part time status during the school year.

This position is onsite at our headquarters in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

Major Responsibilities

• Thoroughly research, analyze, and validate customer deductions for product shortages, damages, pricing discrepancies, promotions, advertising, or other debits taken by customers in a timely and efficient manner.

• Ensure all supporting documentation is obtained through use of customer portal, emails, or other means and that it is sufficient to support credit issuance or collection of invalid deductions.

• Assist with managing incoming emails to the Credit Department distributing items to the appropriate individuals

• Excel reporting as needed.

• Complete other projects as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program with a focus in Accounting, Finance, or other relevant business discipline

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Attention to detail, organized, inquisitive, and have a willingness to learn

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Conscientious, self-motivated worker with attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and in a group setting

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

• Currently enrolled in an Associates or Bachelor’s program with an emphasis in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.

• Minimum 3.0 GPA

• Sophomore status (at least 48 credits completed by June 2026) and in good academic standing

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple demands requiring initiative and independence.

• Interest or familiarity with Artificial Intelligence tools

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”