Finance Transformation Associate - Summer 2027

Grant Thornton • Philadelphia, PA

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

Grant Thornton’s Advisory Transformation practice helps clients transform finance and operations functions through business process analysis, requirements definition, cost and cycle-time analysis, remediation, and change management. As a Finance Transformation Associate, you will help assess finance and reporting processes, identify opportunities for optimization, and support the design and implementation of sustainable operating models that meet business needs. The role focuses on finance process optimization and broader business transformation, not solely control points.

You will work with Grant Thornton colleagues and clients to analyze challenges, develop solutions, contribute to strategic business goals, participate in client communications, and deliver project work. The position follows the firm’s hybrid work model and requires in-person attendance at least three days per week at a Grant Thornton office or client site. Travel to client sites may also be required.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Economics, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0/4.0.
• Demonstrated digital fluency, including effective use of technology, data, and basic AI technologies to enhance productivity and decision-making.
• Experience in data analysis, including interpreting complex financial datasets, identifying trends, and generating actionable insights to support decision-making.
• Ability to analyze and improve financial planning, forecasting, and performance management processes.
• Strong analytical skills, including quantitative analysis and business case development.
• Basic understanding of Close-the-books, Chart-of-Accounts, Treasury, Financial Planning and Analysis, and Financial Benchmarking.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and simultaneous projects in a rapidly growing practice.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Positive mindset for learning new concepts.
• Ability to travel to client sites as needed.
• Willingness and ability to work additional hours as needed.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a team environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Assess client finance operations and processes to identify transformation opportunities aligned with strategic business objectives.
• Support project teams as they help clients work toward long-term business goals and strategic priorities.
• Analyze client challenges and contribute to developing effective solutions.
• Participate in client meetings and support day-to-day project activities and client communications.
• Collaborate with Grant Thornton team members to identify and address client questions, issues, and needs.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with team members and clients while contributing to high-quality client service.
• Manage assigned responsibilities and project deliverables while meeting associate expectations.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Interns may participate in the firm’s medical, dental, and vision insurance programs and employee assistance program.
• Interns receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
• Interns are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
• Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on individual and firm performance; interns are not eligible for bonus compensation.
• The firm describes its benefits as personalized and comprehensive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level