Operations Finance Intern

About Vibrant Ingredients:

Founded in 1954, Vibrant Ingredients is a leading provider of natural, clean label ingredients and systems that power extraordinary food and beverage experiences. The company’s broad portfolio — including natural flavors, botanical extracts, functional nutrition, cold brew coffee, tea essences, and food protection solutions enhances taste, texture, color, shelf life, and performance across a wide range of applications. Vibrant operates four state-of-the-art facilities across the United States and works with leading brands, manufacturers, and foodservice operators. With vertically integrated capabilities and a proven track record of innovation and execution, Vibrant helps customers accelerate to market without compromise.

About the role:

We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and an industry leader in clean label ingredients. We collaborate with our customers in ways that respect people and the environment. A commitment to Purely Better™ drives our teams to discover new, on-trend solutions.

As an Operations Finance Intern within our Beverage & Flavors Business, you will support the Site Finance & Accounting teams in auditing and updating financial records, developing customer margin reporting and new relationship costing models, and gain exposure into the operations and finance side of food and beverage manufacturing. 

How will you contribute:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to:

Finance Support & Operations

• Assist the Site Controller in the development and execution of a Fixed Asset Tagging & Master Asset Listing Update
• Generate reports pertaining to customer billing, costs, and margins with varied degree of complexity
• Participate in Monthly Report Consolidation and Reviews with Leadership 
• Assist the Site Controller & Finance Director with Ad Hoc projects, reporting, and analysis
• Effectively collaborate with Operations teams at multiple locations 
• Attend daily operations meetings 

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, and have already completed multiple finance and accounting courses 
  • Please provide an unofficial transcript
• Basic understanding of finance concepts
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Windows OS, and basic Excel & Powerpoint functionality
• Ability to navigate various ERP systems and software
• Interest in Manufacturing, Cost Accounting, and/or Operations Finance. 
• Strong communication skills and punctuality.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment:

• This position is an on-site role based in Indianapolis, Indiana (Airport Area)
• This position is primarily in an office environment but will spend considerable time on the production floor for projects
• As a Food & Beverage Manufacturer, this position will be required to follow Good Manufacturing Practices around sanitation and safety. 

What Vibrant Ingredients can offer you:

• Hands-on experience in a growing, innovative organization
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Exposure to real-world Finance & Accounting processes and problems in a manufacturing environment
• Networking opportunities across departments

More about us:

Vibrant Ingredients, headquartered in Lake Mary, FL, is one of the world's leading independent providers of natural ingredients. With a legacy spanning over 70 years, we deliver a diverse portfolio of clean label ingredients and innovative system solutions to the food and beverage industry. Our commitment to quality and performance is reflected in our American-made products, which enhance both taste and functionality.

"Improving the food and beverages consumed by providing real ingredients from nature that work."

EEO Statement

Vibrant Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Vibrant Ingredients will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Vibrant Ingredients in advance.