Finance Intern

Location:

US - NY - Plainview

Requisition ID: 19917

About Veeco
You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview:

This Finance Intern position at Veeco Instruments will report to the Manager of Corporate Finance. This role can be performed in a hybrid or remote capacity; however, candidates who live within commuting distance of Veeco’s Plainview, NY, office and are able to work onsite 1-2 days per week are highly preferred. Under the supervision of the Manager, the Finance Intern will execute audits of employee travel and expense (T&E) submissions using the Company’s automated T&E system, Chrome River.   The Finance Intern will interact directly with employees across the organization as part of the T&E compliance program. In addition, the Finance Intern will support month-end close activities by preparing bank reconciliations and journal entries.

Ideal candidates are proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to expand beyond basic administrative tasks into broader accounting and finance responsibilities. The intern will work closely with the Manager of Corporate Finance and will have the opportunity to develop auditing, analytic, and communication skills.

Local candidates are highly preferred.

Duration:

Part-time employment during the Fall & Spring semesters (15-20 hours a week on a flexible schedule)
Full-time employment during the Summer & Winter breaks (40 hours a week)

Responsibilities:

Support Travel & Entertainment (T&E) auditing.
Work daily in the Company’s web-based IT solution for T&E management, Chrome River, to audit reports and assist users with issues.
Ensure compliance to the Company’s T&E policy through the use of audit tools and programs.
Create reports, prepare analyses, and report results of various work activities.
Maintain professional relationships with external service providers.
Prepare monthly bank reconciliations
Prepare and posts recurring journal entries and monthly accruals
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Must be at least a Sophomore enrolled in an Accounting or Finance program with at least an overall G.P.A. of 3.2 (or equivalent)
Strong Microsoft Excel/Word skills required
Full time (40hrs) during the summer/winter breaks and flexible schedule with 15-20 hours during the school year.
Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
Candidates who are local to Plainview, NY are highly preferred
Remote candidates who reside within Eastern Time Zone, will be considered.

Salary and Benefits
The expected pay for this position is $20/hour.

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Notice to Applicants:
All communication about open positions and hiring will come from someone with a @veeco.com email address. You will always have multiple interviews and meet several team members (in-person or virtually) before we present an offer. We may also check references or conduct a background investigation as part of the offer process. We will never ask you for money for any reason, especially to send equipment or for pre-employment training. If you have any questions or concerns, or if someone has reached out to you and you think it might be a scam, please get in touch with us at recruiting@veeco.com.