Finance Intern

American Industrial Transport, Inc. is a privately-owned company based in St. Charles Missouri, providing railcar leasing and repair services to the companies that move the essential assets that power the North American economy.

Job Summary & Core Responsibilities

The Finance Intern will support the finance team in various tasks, including data analysis, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. The role offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial operations, learn industry-specific tools and software, and contribute to the preparation of financial documents and presentations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and an interest in pursuing a career in finance.

• Assist with the preparation of financial reports, statements, and presentations for management.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by analyzing financial data and trends.
• Conduct research and assist in financial modeling and analysis for decision-making purposes.
• Help maintain and update financial databases, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Assist in preparing accurate, meaningful reports on an ad hoc basis for senior management
• Participating in cross-functional department meetings
• Leasing Transaction Review (DRF Process) to evaluate creditworthiness of potential/existing railcar leasing customers
• Supporting requests for market research reports
• Support the organization while learning about a career in finance
  
  

Required Experience / Skills / Qualifications

• Entry Level
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word)
  
  

Required Education / Training / Certifications

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field
  
  

Work Environment And Safety Equipment Required

• Office environment
• Periodic, travel
• Periodic, plant environment
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed
  
  

Physical Demands

Physical Abilities

Stand-frequently

Walk – frequently

Sit – continuously

Climb – occasionally

Crawl – occasionally

Squat or kneel – occasionally

Bend – occasionally

Fine Manipulation – N/A

Reach Outward – occasionally

Reach above shoulder – occasionally

Drive - occasionally

Lift / Carry

10 lbs or less – occasionally

11 – 20 lbs – occasionally

21 – 50 lbs – N/A

51 – 100 lbs – N/A

Over 100 lbs – N/A

Push / Pull

10 lbs or less – occasionally

10 – 20 lbs – occasionally

20 – 50 lbs – N/A

51 – 100 lbs – N/A

Over 100 lbs – N/A

N/A (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (.25 - 2.5 hrs/day)

Frequently - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)

Continuously - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. AITX will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

AITX is an Equal Opportunity Employer

AITX provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AITX complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the AITX has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.