Finance Intern

Archer • San Jose, CA

14h • $25 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise. Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members. This internship is a part of a 10-week full-time summer internship program opportunity. This role will be based at Archer’s headquarters in San Jose, California and relocation or housing will not be provided. Archer is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join Archer. This internship provides a hands-on opportunity to gain practical experience within the FP&A team. This role is responsible for providing critical support in developing and maintaining financial forecasts, budgets, and performance reports for Archer. This role is vital for ensuring financial discipline and strategic focus of the business.

Requirements

• Going into the 2nd or 3rd year in college career, or 2nd year of MBA
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data manipulation)
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and financial statements
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely, both written and verbally.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in a demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Financial Modeling & Analysis: Assist the FP&A team with developing and maintaining financial models, forecasts, and budgets for various departments and projects
• Performance Reporting: Support the preparation of weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports, focusing on actual results versus budget/forecast variances
• Operational Support: Collaborate with operational teams (e.g., Engineering, Manufacturing) to understand key business drivers, gather data, and translate operational metrics into financial insights
• Data Management: Assist in consolidating financial data from various sources to ensure accuracy and consistency for reporting purposes
• Special Projects: Take on ad-hoc analytical projects to support senior management decision-making
• Process Improvement: Identify and propose improvements to existing FP&A processes and reporting tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees