Finance Administrative Intern

Opta Group • Amherst, NY

2d

About The Position

The Finance Intern will support the Finance team with reporting, data analysis, and process improvement initiatives. This role is designed to provide hands-on exposure to real business financials, operational performance tracking, and corporate finance routines.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or relevant experience is a plus.
• Proven experience in document scanning and data entry roles.
• Proficient in using office equipment such as scanners and computers.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business
• Strong Excel skills (sorting, filters, pivot tables preferred)
• High attention to detail and strong organization
• Comfortable working with data and deadlines
• Professional communication and willingness to learn
• Prolonged periods sitting and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift- up to fifteen (15) pounds at times.

Responsibilities

• Support weekly/monthly reporting (basic templates, tracking, and summaries)
• Assist with Excel-based analysis (trends, variances, KPIs)
• Help maintain dashboards and reporting files (Power BI or Excel)
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities (data gathering and validation)
• Assist with working capital tracking (AR, inventory, AP snapshots)
• Participate in process documentation and cleanup (SOPs, checklists)
• Ad-hoc support for special projects across FP&A and Accounting

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Life, AD&D, and Dependent Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Match
• Competitive Compensation Program
• On Demand Pay (Dayforce Wallet)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED