Year-Round Finance-Intern, Real Estate
Sherwin-Williams, Cleveland, OH, United States
Job Description
The Finance Intern, Real Estate position is a year-round position, responsible for supporting the Sherwin Business Services (SBS) Finance Real Estate Accounting and Administration departments. This position will be onsite at our Global Headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio.
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.
Responsibilities
Assist in reviewing, organizing, and updating lease agreements information, landlord contact information and related real estate documentation within real estate systems.
Research, verify and update landlord contact information, and property data as needed to support accounting and real estate administration functions.
Process and maintain digital records for lease related documents and correspondence to support audit readiness and compliance requirements.
Communicate with field personnel and external landlord contacts to gather required documentation and resolve questions regarding lease charges, reimbursements, and property details.
Reconcile landlord invoices for lease expenses against lease terms to ensure accuracy prior to payment processing.
Assist with coordination, and processing of landlord reimbursements for CAM (Common Area Maintenance), property taxes, utilities and insurance.
Assist with documentation of standard operating procedures in Real Estate Accounting.
Support the preparation and analysis of monthly lease-related transactions and variance explanations.
Participate in special projects such as process improvements, portfolio data clean‑up, or system enhancements within Real Estate Accounting.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Finance, Real Estate, and Legal to support end‑to‑end lease management activities.
Qualifications Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Candidates must be working towards a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or other business‑related field from an accredited institution
Ability to work at least one (1) year, part time (approx. 22 hours per week) during school year and over school breaks
Strong written and verbal skills.
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to consistently meet deadlines without compromising the quality of work.
Ability to handle high volume tasks, maintain accuracy, and adapt to dynamic business needs.
Ability to work as a team player in a large group setting.
Flexibility to deal with changing duties and priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) experience
Adapt easily to technological advancements in a fast‑paced environment
Previous professional office experience
Previous real estate industry experience with an understanding of commercial lease structures and contract language
About Us 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 http://www.myswbenefits.com/. 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.
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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.
Responsibilities
Assist in reviewing, organizing, and updating lease agreements information, landlord contact information and related real estate documentation within real estate systems.
Research, verify and update landlord contact information, and property data as needed to support accounting and real estate administration functions.
Process and maintain digital records for lease related documents and correspondence to support audit readiness and compliance requirements.
Communicate with field personnel and external landlord contacts to gather required documentation and resolve questions regarding lease charges, reimbursements, and property details.
Reconcile landlord invoices for lease expenses against lease terms to ensure accuracy prior to payment processing.
Assist with coordination, and processing of landlord reimbursements for CAM (Common Area Maintenance), property taxes, utilities and insurance.
Assist with documentation of standard operating procedures in Real Estate Accounting.
Support the preparation and analysis of monthly lease-related transactions and variance explanations.
Participate in special projects such as process improvements, portfolio data clean‑up, or system enhancements within Real Estate Accounting.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Finance, Real Estate, and Legal to support end‑to‑end lease management activities.
Qualifications Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Candidates must be working towards a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or other business‑related field from an accredited institution
Ability to work at least one (1) year, part time (approx. 22 hours per week) during school year and over school breaks
Strong written and verbal skills.
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to consistently meet deadlines without compromising the quality of work.
Ability to handle high volume tasks, maintain accuracy, and adapt to dynamic business needs.
Ability to work as a team player in a large group setting.
Flexibility to deal with changing duties and priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) experience
Adapt easily to technological advancements in a fast‑paced environment
Previous professional office experience
Previous real estate industry experience with an understanding of commercial lease structures and contract language
About Us 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 http://www.myswbenefits.com/. 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.
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