Finance Intern – Work Co-op

Shift Technology

Finance Intern supporting CFO with financial reporting and analysis at a growing SaaS company. Hands-on exposure to finance operations and collaboration with senior leadership.

Posted 7/17/2026internshipBoston • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $1,400 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in financial analysis and reporting, with strong capabilities in data organization and analysis using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets. Demonstrates adaptability and collaboration in fast-paced environments, contributing to process improvements and effective communication across teams.

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Financial AnalysisMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyGoogle Sheets ProficiencyData OrganizationCollaboration

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingData AnalysisFinancial ModelingBenchmarkingProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedAnalyticalGrowth-MindedCuriousResourceful

Tools & Technologies

Google SlidesGoogle Docs

Industry Keywords

SaaSTechnologyStartupsScale-UpsSubscription Business Models

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the CFO with financial analysis, reporting, and ad hoc business projects
Help maintain and update data, financial models, dashboards, and internal reports
Organize, clean, and analyze data using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
Assist as needed with core FP&A and Accounting tasks
Prepare presentations and reports using Google Slides, Google Docs, and related tools
Support process improvements and projects across finance, accounting, and operations
Conduct research and benchmarking as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business, and eager to apply classroom theory to high-growth SaaS operations.
Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, specifically using formulas, pivot tables, and lookups to organize large datasets. Exploring the use of AI to complement traditional data analysis tools.
Detail-Oriented, analytical and committed to accuracy in financial reporting and metrics while keeping critical data private and secure
Growth-Minded and a self-starter: curious, resourceful, and willing to take ownership
Collaborative: Eager to participate in team rituals, ask thoughtful questions, and share knowledge-sharing habits with global colleagues.
Adaptable & Impact-Driven: Thrives in a fast-moving environment where priorities evolve. You are comfortable diving into large or imperfect data sets to uncover actionable insights without waiting for perfect direction.
Boston-Based: Lives in or near the Boston area and is excited to join our physical workplace community.
Available to dedicate at least 15 hours per week as part of an official university co-op or internship program.
Interested in SaaS, technology, startups, scale-ups, or subscription business models

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible remote and hybrid working options
Competitive Salary and a variable component tied to personal and company performance
Multiple Learning and Development opportunities, including Focus Fridays, a half-day each month to focus on learning and personal growth
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Mental health benefits
2 MAD Days per year (Make A Difference Days for paid volunteering)