Summer Financial Planning & Analysis Intern - Military Veterans
at Hearst
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in financial planning and analysis (FP&A) projects. Projects may include budget variance analysis, forecasting or cost modeling.
- Analyze business processes and financial workflows to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
- Assist in data analysis and automation initiatives to streamline financial reporting.
- Work with cross-functional teams to optimize financial processes and improve data accuracy.
- Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Gain experience in forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling.
- Business Process Optimization: Develop the ability to identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements.
- Data Analytics & Visualization: Strengthen skills in Excel and other analytical tools.
- KPI Development & Performance Tracking: Learn how to create and monitor key business metrics for decision-making.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Enhance communication skills by working with finance, operations, and IT teams.
- Strategic Thinking: Understand how financial insights drive business efficiency and profitability.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) and familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle) is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.
- Workflow Analysis Tools: Understanding tools like Microsoft Visio or similar for designing and analyzing workflow processes.
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Completion of foundational accounting courses such as Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, and Corporate Finance preferred.
- Must be at Junior standing (or equivalent) and minimum overall G.P.A. of 3.0.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel assigned to this job.
Diverse teams achieve better results by leveraging a broad set of ideas and perspectives. Our ability to harness the ideas, experiences, and talents of CDS Global's diverse and global workforce is integral to our continued success. We are committed to increasing diversity and strengthening our inclusive culture where all members of the CDS Global community can thrive.
Pre-employment background check(s) conducted on qualified candidates.
Post-offer, pre-employment drug/health screening(s) required for some positions.
EOE, including disability/vets
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Des Moines, IA
Hearst is one of the nation’s largest global, diversified information, services and media companies. Hearst has been innovating for more than a century, leading with purpose, integrity and a culture of care, with a mission to inform audiences and improve lives. The company’s diverse portfolio includes global financial services leader Fitch Group; Hearst Health, a group of medical information and services businesses; Hearst Transportation, which includes CAMP Systems International, a major provider of software-as-a-service solutions for managing maintenance of jets and helicopters; ownership in cable television networks such as A&E, HISTORY, Lifetime and ESPN; 35 television stations; 24 daily and 52 weekly newspapers; digital services businesses; and more than 200 magazines around the world. Hearst is always moving forward, investing in healthcare solutions to improve patient outcomes and technology that curbs emissions; providing vital analysis, data and software to the global financial services industry; delivering important service and investigative journalism; and inspiring audiences with sports and entertainment programming. With a commitment to maintaining the highest quality in its products and services, Hearst is dedicated to serving the communities it operates in, both civically and philanthropically.