Job Posting Job DescriptionDay in Your Life at MKS:As an Accounting Co-op/Intern at MKS Inc.' Optical Sensing Products (OSP) division, you will support daily accounting activities and learn how financial processes work in a real business environment and complete hands‐on tasks throughout your term. This internship provides an excellent chance to build practical accounting skills and gain exposure to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and month‐end activities. In this role you will report the Accounting ManagerIntern/Co-op Term: This is 4-month internship/co-op position. Candidates must be available for the entire duration of the assignment.Undergraduate Intern / Co-op Program Overview:Intern/co-op within a functional area of MKS that provides students a comprehensive and engaging experience from before your program starts to after the program ends.Meaningful work and project assignmentsNetworking opportunities with peers and executivesExposure to different divisions of the businessUnderstanding of MKS Instruments' commitment to inclusion and belonging.You Will Make an Impact By:Support process Accounts Payable including invoice entry, coding verification, PO matching, and preparing items for paymentSupport Accounts Receivable by creating customer invoices, recording payments, and assisting with aging reviewsReconcile accounts by comparing system balances, identifying variances,



and preparing supporting documentationMaintain accurate financial records within ERP systems and shared accounting foldersAssist with month‐end close including data validation, report extraction, and JE support tasksSupport audit documentation by organizing backup files and retrieving required recordsContribute to process improvements in AP, AR, and data‐entry workflowsSkills You Bring:Enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree program in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related majorBasic understanding of accounting concepts such as AP, AR, debits, and creditsGood attention to detail when entering numbers or checking documentsComfort using Excel for sorting, filtering, and simple formulasWillingness to learn ERP or accounting software with trainingAbility to spot mistakes and ask questions when something looks offClear communication skills when working with the accounting teamGood organization skills for handling paperwork and digital filesCompetencies:Excellent time management skills and commitment to meet deadlinesExcellent communication and technical writing skillsAbility handling of discreet, sensitive confidential financial information li> }Benefits:Global Employee Assistance ProgramAdditional Flex Day Off with Spending AllowanceTransit Zone 1 ReimbursementActive Social Committee ProgramsCompensation:Hourly Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour. This rate is a reasonable expectation of pay for this position, based on a range of factors including qualifications, experience, education, training, operational and business needs and other considerations

📌 2027 Spring Accounting Intern/Co-Op (Richmond)
🏢 MKS
📍 Richmond