Finance Intern

Finance Internship Summary

Over the course of 8-12 weeks, you will be a key contributor diving into the heart of our financial operations. You will take direct ownership of the reports that our executive team relies on every single day. You'll spend the internship mastering the complexities of revenue recognition, sharpening your technical Excel skills, and directly supporting our audit readiness.

Your Responsibilities

• Report Ownership: Take the lead in optimizing and managing our Backlog, Billings, and Sales reports. You will own the daily executive update email, ensuring all stakeholders have accurate, real-time data.
• Revenue Tracking: Assist in updating contract files with actuals to monitor revenue performance and maintain the quarterly Business Unit Manager file (tracking Plan vs. Actuals).
• Audit Support: Support the quarterly audit process by performing "three-way sales matches" to ensure accurate reporting.
• Compliance & Administration: Manage the ASC 606 Questionnaire process, including coordinating with leadership to secure necessary signatures and documentation.
• Financial Analysis: Help bridge the gap between data and insights by adding meaningful commentary to our monthly and quarterly billing analyses.
  
  

YOUR TAKEAWAYS

• Executive Exposure: Gain experience communicating critical financial data directly to senior leadership.
• Revenue Recognition Mastery: Develop a deep understanding of ASC 606 standards and how they apply to a growing business.
• Audit Readiness: Learn the fundamentals of internal controls and the documentation required for successful financial audits.
• Data Literacy: Advance your Excel/spreadsheet skills by managing complex datasets that drive business decisions.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Current student or recent graduate in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, self-starter, and eager to learn in fast paced environment.
  
  

This position may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR). Access to certain controlled information may be limited to individuals who qualify as “U.S. persons” (generally U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and certain protected individuals). Non-U.S. persons may still apply; however to be eligible for the role, access to controlled information may require U.S. government authorization.

Applicants must be able to comply with applicable export control requirements. For security clearance position, the candidate must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Security Clearance as required, holding a security clearance is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

• On-site at our Palo Alto, CA facility.
• Daily interaction with senior leadership.
• Business casual attire.
  
  

What We Offer

• $20 to $25/hour depending on experience.
• Mentorship from experienced finance professionals and a defined project deliverable to present at the end of your term.
• Commuter benefits within the Stanford Research Park.
  
  

OUR WORKPLACE COMMITMENT

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to MPP, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. MPP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone.

MPP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.