What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance and Accounting Intern position at Chemical Abstracts Service?
CAS uses intuitive technology, unparalleled scientific content and unmatched human expertise to help companies create groundbreaking innovations that benefit the world. As the scientific information solutions division of the American Chemical Society, CAS manages the largest curated reservoir of scientific knowledge, and for over 115 years, has helped innovators mine, assess and apply that information to keep businesses thriving. The CAS team is global, diverse, and endlessly curious and strives to make scientific insights accessible to innovators worldwide.
CAS is currently seeking a part-time Financial Planning and Analysis Intern for Summer 2025 in the Finance Division. This position would be located in our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. This program will run from May 19th-August 8th, 2025.
Position Summary:
Our Finance Intern Program seeks to create a high level of engagement and learning for participants through deep immersion into our working environment with our professional teams. Participants will benefit from exposure to a variety of financial practices all while growing their professional network with CAS staff. These connections provide great insights into career possibilities in the world of FP&A.
Job Accountabilities:
- Work with senior members of the finance team to support CAS's corporate objectives and initiatives
- Assist in preparation of month-end close reporting
- Perform revenue and expense analysis to assist with monthly forecast
- Collaborate with cross-functional team members and senior members of the finance team to create the financial plan and budget
- Create process flows and mapping
- Develop a general understanding of long-range financial planning and strategy
- Connect across the organization to build influential working relationships with various business functions
Qualifications:
- Pursuing a degree in Finance or Accounting or related discipline.
- Some experience with ANY of the following is preferred: Tableau, SAP, Salesforce, Hyperion
- Strong communication skills, teamwork skills, and leadership skills
- Ability to work effectively in an open, agile environment as well as independently
- Ability to interpret reports, analyze trends, and provide insights
- Demonstrated analytical, multi-tasking, problem-solving, and planning skills
Candidates for this position must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future. EEO/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
