Finance Intern (Rolling Intake)

Job summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Finance Intern to join our finance team, with a primary focus on budgeting activities. This internship will provide you with hands-on experience in budget preparation, analysis, and monitoring. As a Finance Intern, you will play a key role in supporting our budgeting processes, ensuring accuracy, and helping to drive informed financial decision-making.

Key responsibilities:

• Budget Preparation: Assist in the preparation of departmental and company-wide budgets by gathering and organizing financial data.
• Data Analysis: Analyze historical financial data to identify trends and inform budget projections.
• Variance Analysis: Help in tracking actual expenditures against the budget and preparing variance analysis reports.
• Forecasting: Support the finance team in updating forecasts based on current financial performance and anticipated changes.
• Cost Analysis: Assist in reviewing and analyzing costs to help identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Report Generation: Prepare and update budget reports, charts, and graphs for internal meetings and presentations.
• Budget Adjustments: Help in making necessary adjustments to budgets as directed by the finance team.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date budget documentation, ensuring all relevant data is properly recorded.
• Ad Hoc Projects: Participate in special projects related to budgeting, including scenario analysis and financial modeling.

Qualifications:

• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
  • Basic understanding of budgeting principles and financial forecasting.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience: Previous experience or coursework in finance, accounting, or budgeting is advantageous but not required.

Learning outcomes:

• Gain practical experience in budgeting and financial planning.
• Develop skills in financial analysis, variance reporting, and forecasting.
• Learn how to manage and monitor budgets in a corporate environment.
• Enhance your ability to interpret financial data and present findings to stakeholders.