What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Intern (Summer) position at Standard Aero?
Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of
At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in Aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. At our Scottsdale, AZ office, you will be trained by the world's best. Bring your strong work-ethic, and a hunger for learning - we'll teach you the rest.
What's it like at StandardAero
Collaboration, teamwork, and having each other's backs are the norm here. Our growth in this expanding industry means getting career stability and opportunities to grow. With great resources, an inclusive atmosphere, and a culture based on shared values, we'll support you in building a solid career with a team you can count on.
As a Finance Intern at StandardAero, you will gain hands-on industry experience, learn from experts, and collaborate with our teams that raise the standard of excellence. This individual will support our Scottsdale headquarters with process improvement, day-to-day general clerical, accounting, and bookkeeping functions to facilitate successful financial processes and ensure continuity of operations. Additionally, you'll partner with finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to support data-driven decision-making while gaining exposure to financial systems, tools and best practices used in a global organization.
This is a 10-12-week, paid internship and part-time basis.
What you'll do:
- Assist with various general accounting activities, including preparing journal entries and
reconciling general ledger accounts at month end close - Assist with various financial data and reports, including sales and gross margin reports by
customer and product line financial statements - Assist with annual operating plan schedules as needed
- Assist in various other reports and summaries as needed
- Assist with data collection as assigned to ensure adherence to company policies and
procedures - Performs filing and general administrative tasks
- Assist with monthly and quarterly budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Prepare and support development of: Management Reports, Dashboards, and Executive-level presentation
- Analyze financial and operational data to identify risks and opportunities.
- Build and maintain financial models to evaluate: Business Performance, Trends & Key Drivers, Strategic Drivers
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (commercial, operations, accounting, program management) to: Understand business drivers, Support leadership decision-making, and improve financial processes and reporting efficiency
- Support process improvement and automation initiatives within FP&A.
- Participate in ad-hoc financial analysis and strategic projects.
- Performs other related duties as required
Position Requirements:
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field currently enrolled in an accredited college or university. Graduate/Masters degree students can be considered as well.
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles
- Familiarity with basic accounting software or accounting spreadsheets
- Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel
- Demonstrated excellent customer service
- Demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in written format
- Strong planning and organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and a focus on delivery
- Self-directed, results-oriented, and flexible
- Works well under pressure and adheres to tight deadlines
- Ability to sit for long periods
- Ability to view computer monitor for long periods
Preferred Characteristics:
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications, primarily Excel
- Familiar with Power BI, Oracle systems, or other ERP's (SAP)
StandardAero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, and basis of disability status or any other federal, state or local protected class.