Finance Intern

About the Role

As a Finance Intern, you will gain significant experience in multiple facets of finance within a company. This internship aims to offer practical exposure to different aspects of finance, accounting, and financial analysis. You will support a range of financial activities and projects, acquiring practical experience in financial analysis, reporting, and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with financial analysis activities, including the examination of financial statements, evaluation of essential financial metrics, and preparation of financial reports.
• Assist with data entry tasks concerning financial transactions, expenditures, and income, focusing on maintaining the accuracy and completeness of financial documentation.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by collecting data, creating spreadsheets, and aiding in financial modeling under the supervision of senior finance personnel.
• Assist in the development of financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders, encompassing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support internal and external audits by coordinating documentation, performing research, and aiding with audit inquiries as required.
• Acquire knowledge of financial software systems and tools utilized for accounting, reporting, and analysis, while also providing support for data entry and system maintenance.
• Support finance teams in various ad-hoc projects and initiatives, including enhancements to processes, cost-reduction strategies, and specialized financial analyses.
• Adhere to financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies and procedures.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Taxation Laws: Comprehensive understanding of corporate tax, individual tax, indirect taxes (e.g., VAT, GST), international tax regulations, and transfer pricing guidelines.
• Tax Interpretation: Capacity to interpret intricate tax regulations and implement them in practical business situations.
• Communication: Ability to articulate tax-related matters effectively to individuals without tax expertise, and engage with tax authorities and external consultants.
• Risk Assessment: Proficiency in recognizing tax-related risks or opportunities and devising effective solutions.
• Software Proficiency:
• Tax preparation software
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word
• Deadline Management: Ability to handle multiple deadlines, especially during tax filing seasons.

Qualifications

• Currently engaged in obtaining a degree in the field of Finance and Accounting.

Skills Required

• Analytical Abilities: Strong abilities to assess financial information, recognize patterns, and extract significant insights.
• Precision: A strong focus on correctness in financial computations, data input, and reporting.
• Mathematics & Numerical Analysis: Expertise coupled with the capability to handle intricate financial data and computations.
• Microsoft Excel: Proficient in utilizing formulas, functions, and pivot tables for financial analysis and reporting.
• Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal skills for clearly and concisely conveying financial information.
• Teamwork: Capacity to work collaboratively with fellow finance team members and colleagues across various departments.
• Integrity & Ethics: Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and professionalism in all finance-related activities.
• Organizational & Time Management: Effective abilities to prioritize tasks, adhere to deadlines, and handle various responsibilities concurrently.

Internship Benefits

• Utilize financial principles and theories to analyze and address practical situations.
• Gain practical experience using financial tools, systems, and software, including Excel and financial modeling platforms.
• Develop proficiency in data analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Evaluate compatibility of strengths with requirements of different finance positions.
• Identify specific areas of finance that captivate you.
• Grasp the intricacies of functioning within a professional setting, including processes, organizational structures, and workplace culture.
• Stay informed about financial markets, sector developments, and new technological advancements.

Work Information

• Work Mode: Work from Office
• Working Days: Mon to Sat
• Duration: 3 Months
• A Certificate will be provided.