Opportunity Overview

Seeking an intern who has the enthusiasm to learn various Analyst functions to support the Finance Department in an internship role. The Analyst position is a high-profile position that will perform advanced analytics and reporting for senior executives, Board of Directors, and Bank Lenders.

The Analyst will play a key role in assisting with executing growth strategy by learning the following: (i) preparing and maintaining financial models, various financial analyses and reports to assist leadership in making data-driven informed decisions, (ii) assisting in the execution of various strategic alternatives including potential organic growth projects, acquisitions, etc., and (iii) providing research and analytical support. (iv) adhoc reports from various areas within the business

 Additionally, the intern will learn to produceexecutive operational KPI reports and working closely with the operations team to educate and communicate financial data and reports. 

 Job Title: FP&A Analyst -Internship

 Location: (Columbus, Georgia)

 Responsibilities: 

• Develop internal materials for senior leadership and the board that evaluate historical and projected business trends, capital market trends, the financial impact and rationale for potential strategic alternatives, and other information as requested
• Maintain and develop detailed financial projection models and analysis for large projects and initiatives
• Produce weekly and monthly operational KPI reports for the executive team
• Access and compile raw data to identify and document trends and provide explanation and understanding of performance
• Assist in the budgeting and forecasting processes
• Perform other ad-hoc reporting and analysis as requested
• Responsible for data management needed to produce consolidated financial statements included in reporting to the Board of Directors, Private Equity Sponsors and bank lenders
• Other duties as assigned

 Qualifications

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures (GAAP) required, prior public accounting experience preferred
• Knowledge of financial analysis and planning 
• Current enrollment in a financial program through an accredited University or College
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel 
• Diagnostic and creative problem solving skills
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel 
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Ability to work independently with targeted deadline pressure and competing priorities
• Experience using SQL or Python is a plus
• Strong attention to detail required
• All prospective employees must pass a background and drug check. 
• Must be legal to work in the United States
• 3-5 years of financial analysis experience preferred 
• Pursuing Bachelor’s or Masters Degree

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.