Regional Accounting and Reporting Summer Internship 2026

About Us

Founded in 1908, Merz is a successful, family-owned specialty healthcare company with a rich history. As a leading global aesthetics business, our award-winning portfolio of injectables, devices, and skincare products empowers healthcare professionals to enhance confidence through aesthetic medicine. Our purpose is to fuel confidence by helping people look better, feel better, and live better. We believe you do not have to choose between living life and making a living. Live your best life with Merz Aesthetics.

A Brief Overview

The Accounting & Reporting Intern will support the US Aesthetics Accounting & Reporting and wider Finance team in delivering accurate, timely financial information. This role offers hands‑on experience with core accounting processes, financial reporting, and cross‑functional collaboration across the wider Finance organization. During this internship you will learn: month-end close cycles, journal entry preparation, reconciliation best practices and how Accounting and other Finance functions integrate.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Month-End Close Support
  
  
  
  • Assist with preparing journal entries, including underlying support schedules and support.
  
  
  • Assists with Month-End Reporting reconciliation.
  
  
  • Prepares required schedules for reporting financial data.
  
  
  • Support preparation of balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., bank recs, key account recs).
  
  
  
  


• Accounting Task
  
  
  
  • Assist AR, AP, FP&A and T&E Operational functions to ensure proper accounting for transactions. 
  
  
  • Monitors and ensures compliance with internal control policies and procedures. 
  
  
  • Provides supporting information and explanations as needed. 
  
  
  • Assists with special accounting projects as needed. 
  
  
  • Stays current with changes in accounting regulations and best practices. 
  
  
  
  


• Special Projects
  
  
  
  • Supports internal and external audits.
  
  
  • Month-End Close Support
  
  
  • Cross functional collaboration and process support. 
  
  
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field


• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn


• Proficiency in excel is required


• Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy 

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems

Technical & Functional Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend accounting literature such as IFRS, GAAP, FASB's


• Proficient in MS Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook)


• Accounting principles and Standards (IFRS)

Additional Information

Program Length:

• 11-week program (Projected Dates: June 1, 2026 – August 13, 2026)

Location:

• Raleigh, NC


• Weekly Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote