FP&A Internship

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) • Windsor, CT

4d • $22 - $25 • Hybrid

About The Position

As an FP&A Intern focused on Accounts Receivable strategy, you will work on
initiatives that directly impact cash flow and financial efficiency

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This role is ideal for a student who enjoys working with large data sets, asking
“why” behind the numbers, and thinking strategically about how financial
processes can be improved.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, or a related field
• No prior work experience required
• Ability to work starting mid-May- August (full time schedule) or June - December (full time schedule)
• Interest in financial strategy, process improvement, or consulting-style problem solving
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to interpret financial data

Nice To Haves

• Experience or coursework related to Accounts Receivable, commercial credit, collections, or cash flow analysis

Responsibilities

• Analyze AR aging, delinquency trends, and payment behavior across customers, regions, or business units
• Identify root causes of overdue receivables, including process gaps, billing issues, customer behavior, or policy design
• Partner with accounting, credit, and operations teams to understand current AR processes and controls
• Develop data-driven recommendations to improve collections effectiveness, reduce DSO, and improve forecast accuracy
• Support the design of KPIs, dashboards, or reporting tools that provide clearer visibility into AR performance
• Assist with special finance projects related to cash flow optimization, process improvement, and financial discipline

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees