Intern, Finance

Who we want:

• Analytical thinkers. Individuals who enjoy working with numbers, identifying trends, and transforming data into meaningful insights that support business decisions.
• Detail-driven performers. People who ensure accuracy in financial reports, reconcile data thoroughly, and maintain high standards of quality in all deliverables.
• Curious learners. Individuals eager to deepen their understanding of financial processes, budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and corporate accounting.
• Collaborative partners. People who actively engage with cross-functional teams in Operations, HR, Engineering, Procurement, and Leadership to support financial transparency and discipline.
• Proactive problem-solvers. Individuals who take initiative, propose improvements, and work independently to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ethical stewards. People who value integrity, confidentiality, and compliance in all financial activities.

What you will do:

As a Finance Intern at Stryker, you will play a key role in supporting the financial health and operational success of the site. You will gain hands-on experience in corporate finance, cost accounting, and data analysis while contributing to initiatives that enhance visibility, accuracy, and efficiency across the organization.

You will:

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting, providing data inputs, reviewing assumptions, and helping prepare financial reports for site leadership.
• Analyze cost drivers and operational performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities to improve financial outcomes.
• Prepare dashboards, reports, and presentations that communicate financial insights clearly and effectively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure accurate financial data related to operations, inventory, procurement, and headcount.
• Participate in audits and compliance reviews, supporting documentation, internal controls, and process validations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects to streamline financial processes, enhance automation, and strengthen reporting accuracy.
• Support ad hoc financial analyses, special projects, and initiatives led by Finance and Site Leadership.

What you need:

• Third year B.B.A. in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field completed.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced PC skills, especially in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis) and proficiency in PowerPoint and Word.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
• Interest in corporate finance, cost analysis, budgeting, and business strategy.
• Strong attention to detail, accountability, and initiative.