Accounts Payable Summer Intern

The Finance Intern, Accounts Payable position is responsible for assisting the Supervisor in aiding internal personnel, external vendors, and cross-division customers to support their use of online systems.  Correspondence may be directly related to payment status information and timely problem resolution for invoices associated with indirect purchases in our US, Canadian, and Jamaican operations.  

This summer internship position will be in office at 4770 Hinckley Industrial Parkway, Cleveland, OH 44109 and for approximately 37.5 hours per week.

Because this role involves access to confidential financial information, the Company has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and to provide similar protections for its clients and potential investments.

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at . Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.

• This position is responsible for providing assistance to our internal, cross-division customers to support their use of on-line systems and to our external vendors. Correspondence may be directly related to payment status information and timely problem resolution for invoices associated with purchases in our US, Canada, and Jamaica operations.  
• Responsibilities include invoice discrepancy analysis and evaluation, resolution of debit balance assignments, analysis of invoice payment holds, spreadsheet manipulation, respond to phone inquiries from vendors and internal employees, some invoice data entry and assisting with projects as assigned.  
• Interns are expected to develop a good business relationship with the vendors and internal customers to minimize unexpected issues or delays in shipment due to non-payment.  

Minimum Requirements 

• Must be at least 18 years of age 
• Must be pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or other business related field at the start and duration of the internship. 
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future (e.g., OPT, CPT, H1B, EB-1, etc.). 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Have at least 1 year of experience with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and Power Point