What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Internship position at Kids in the Game?
WHO WE ARE
Kids in the Game sport and enrichment-based programs can be found in schools and communities across New York City, serving thousands of children every year. Our goal is to provide positive experiences and opportunities through sports and creative play. We inspire kids to embrace new experiences, adopt a healthy lifestyle, and build integrity. Our work is focused on achieving four ultimate impacts:
- Enhancing emotional intelligence
- Creating a positive sense of self
- Developing NYC into the nation’s top talent hub Integrating our communities
- Narrowing the income inequality gaps
Kids in the Game is a Certified B Corporation and we’re committed to doing business for good. We are striving every day to have a positive impact in the lives of our youth, and we believe that it all starts with being the best part of their day.
To learn more about our programs and our team, visit www.kidsinthegame.com.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
As a Finance Intern at Kids in the Game, you will play a vital role in supporting various finance and accounting activities within the organization. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal, communication, written, and analytical skills.
Position Responsibilities:
- Analyze and present the gross margin of business segments on a monthly basis, providing recommendations to improve efficiency and achieve economies of scale.
- Report on the finance department's Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) monthly and assist the Finance Manager in analyzing budget versus actual performance for revenue, costs, and operating expenses.
- Review weekly Accounts Receivable Aging Reports, assisting the finance team in managing the invoicing process for schools, families, and customers.
- Support the finance team in daily Accounts Payable management, including vendor payments and maintaining vendor relationships.
- Build and analyze pricing models for different school programs, conducting scenario-based gross margin analysis.
- Analyze the company's historical and current school portfolio, forecasting the potential financial impact of incremental growth and new customers for the following school year.
- Collaborate with other departments, leading meetings to report and evaluate monthly gross margins for each program.
Kids in the Game offers seasonal internships throughout the year. Internships are typically 14-18 weeks long and Interns would be expected to work between 25-35 hours per week. Below are the dates for each season.
- Fall 2026: September 8th - December 18th
- Spring 2027: January 11th - May 21st
- Summer 2027: May 24th - August 27th
Compensation: Internships are unpaid opportunities for first term Interns. However, there are potential opportunities to extend for a second term, paid internship. We can also offer class credit where applicable.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Recent graduate or current master's student seeking experience in organizational finance.
- Experienced in data analytics.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Ability to work cross-departmentally in a fast-paced environment.
WHAT YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE ABOUT US
At Kids in the Game, you can expect to be welcomed into an engaging and spirited environment that emphasizes the importance of teamwork, communication, and collaboration. We are proud to foster an inclusive environment where our team members feel respected by and connected to one another. We value the unique experiences, perspectives, and passions of our employees, and we look forward to adding new personalities to our team.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
At Kids in the Game, you can expect to be welcomed into an engaging and spirited environment that emphasizes the importance of teamwork, open communication, and collaboration. We are proud to foster an inclusive environment where our team members feel respected by and connected to one another. We value the unique experiences, perspectives, and passions of our employees, and we look forward to adding dynamic personalities to our team.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment for all of our interns and employees. We recruit candidates from across the city, state, and country, from all cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We have developed partnerships with organizations that allow us to target our hiring practices to include chronically discriminated against or low-income groups, and improve their access to high-quality employment opportunities.