Strategic Finance Intern

Job Description

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The employer for this role is Lucid Software. Lucid Software is recognized as a leader in visual collaboration and work acceleration, with a mission to help teams visualize and build the future by transforming ideas into reality. The company has received numerous accolades for its products, business, and workplace culture, including being named to the Forbes Cloud 100 and a Fortune Best Workplace in Technology. Lucid operates as a hybrid workplace, offering employees the flexibility to work remotely, from one of their offices, or a combination of both, depending on the role and team needs. Lucid Software upholds core values such as teamwork over ego, innovation in everything, individual empowerment, initiative and ownership, and passion and excellence in every area. They are committed to valuing diverse perspectives and fostering an environment that is respectful and inclusive for everyone.

Job Description

Lucid Software is offering an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Finance Intern to join its Strategic Finance (FP&A) team. This part-time internship is designed to run during the school year, starting in late August, with interns working approximately 20–25 hours per week. The schedule offers flexibility to accommodate academic commitments.

The intern will be involved in a broad range of projects, including strategic analysis to support Lucid’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), financial modeling, variance reporting, and various ad hoc assignments. A key aspect of the role will involve working on initiatives to improve existing FP&A processes, which includes efforts in automation, documentation, and streamlining deliverables to align with best practices. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical abilities, proficiency in financial modeling, a solid grasp of finance and accounting concepts, and a proactive desire to find solutions.

Responsibilities:
• Drive improvements in financial reporting and forecasting processes by coordinating with finance team members, the accounting team, and other departments.
• Produce analysis and tracking of strategic initiatives and key company metrics, including the development of supporting models and expected outcomes.
• Communicate financial and accounting information and trends to the management team to facilitate sound, real-time business decisions based on financial data.
• Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables effectively.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis as required.

Requirements:
• Currently completing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest and enthusiasm to work in a high-growth tech/software Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company.
• Experience working collaboratively within a team, coupled with strong communication skills.
• Proactive, self-starter, quick learner, and highly motivated.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Ability to scope projects and execute on deliverables, maintaining effective communication throughout the process.
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and PowerPoint/Google Slides.
• A bias towards finding solutions rather than shutting down ideas.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficiency in SQL or other programming languages is a plus.

Lucid Software emphasizes its commitment to diversity, creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. They honor and support varying backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives to benefit their business, employees, and products. Lucid is an equal opportunity employer, ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and without discrimination on the basis of disability. Reasonable accommodation for disability during the application process can be requested by emailing talentacquisition@lucid.co.