Finance Intern (FP&A, Controlling, Tax, or Treasury)

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you’ll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that’s always looking ahead. 

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

This internship is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience within Rite-Hite’s Finance organization. Interns will support one or more finance functions—such as Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Controlling, Tax, or Treasury—through project-based work and day-to-day analytical support.

The role offers exposure to core financial processes, cross-functional business partners, and finance leadership. Interns will gain practical experience applying financial and accounting concepts while developing technical, analytical, and professional skills in a corporate environment. We are seeking high-potential, motivated students with a strong interest in pursuing a career in finance or accounting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the Finance team through assigned projects and analytical support, with a focus on developing business acumen, technical capability, and professional judgment

• Partner with Finance team members and internal stakeholders to understand objectives, scope deliverables, and execution timelines

• Own the day-to-day completion of assigned workstreams, with coaching and guidance from a manager and mentors

• Assist with financial analysis, reporting, data validation, and process documentation, depending on functional assignment

• Support ongoing finance processes such as forecasting, variance analysis, month-end activities, cash management, tax compliance support, or internal reporting

• Communicate project outcomes, insights, and recommendations to finance leadership and business partners

• Demonstrate strong organizational skills while managing multiple priorities and deadlines

What you can expect:

• Hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office, 2 days remote – flexibility to support your productivity and learning.

• Project-based work: You’ll take on real business challenges that drive impact.

• Professional development: Mentorship, learning and development, networking and exposure to senior leadership.

• Collaborative culture: Join a team that values safety, innovation, curiosity and continuous improvement.

Who we’re looking for:

• Rising juniors or rising seniors currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related fields

• Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

• Demonstrated interest in a corporate finance career

• Strong communicators who thrive in a team setting and are eager to make a difference.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Ability to work a minimum of 10–12 weeks, with potential opportunity for part-time continuation during the academic year

• Strong time management skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

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What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people – because when you’re supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.

• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.

• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you’re supported – at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.