Finance Trainee

Valeo•Smyrna, TN

About The Position

Valeo is hiring a Finance Trainee for a one-year internship of 30 or more hours per week. The trainee will support financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, reconciliations, cost analysis, financial controls, and audit preparation. The role includes working with other departments to gather financial data, performing analysis and special projects, and learning to use company financial software and systems. The trainee is expected to protect confidential financial information and follow ethical standards. The position is part of Valeo’s Site Financial Control organization. Valeo describes its work as developing technology for greener, safer, and smarter mobility, and highlights a global, multicultural environment focused on innovation and collaboration.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, preferably with a concentration in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Prior internship or co-op experience preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and statements.
Experience with budgeting and forecasting processes, gathering data, and contributing to projections.
Experience with account reconciliation and general ledger activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Prior internship or co-op experience assisting with cost analysis and tracking and identifying opportunities for efficiency and optimization.
Experience with Google applications and financial software and systems.

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and statements.
Support budgeting and forecasting by gathering data and contributing to projections.
Participate in account reconciliation and general ledger activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Assist with cost analysis and tracking, identifying opportunities for efficiency and optimization.
Contribute to the development and implementation of financial controls and procedures.
Support internal and external audit preparations by providing necessary documentation and information.
Collaborate with departments to gather financial data and provide financial insights.
Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as assigned by senior finance staff.
Learn and apply company-specific financial software and systems.
Maintain confidentiality of financial information and adhere to ethical standards.