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Department: Finance & Accounting
Position Title: Finance & Accounting Intern
Program Duration: 10 Weeks (June–August)
Location: Primarily On-Site | St. Louis, MO | Some flexibility for remote work may be available
Position Overview
The Finance & Accounting Intern will gain hands-on experience in both financial planning & analysis (FP&A) and accounting functions within a community banking environment. This internship offers exposure to real-world financial operations including month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. Ideal for a student interested in a career in finance or accounting, this role provides valuable insight into how internal financial operations support strategic decision-making at the executive level.
Core Responsibilities
- Support the month-end close process, including preparing analysis worksheets, reconciliations, and contributing to executive and board-level reporting
- Assist with mid-year forecasting efforts by analyzing key financial line items, entering data into forecasting software, and summarizing variances between actual and projected results
- Contribute to rolling forward the Annual Report, helping update materials and maintain consistency in reporting
- Participate in budget preparation activities for the upcoming fiscal year, supporting report enhancements for executive and board visibility
- Attend team meetings and collaborate with professionals across FP&A and financial reporting functions
Desired Qualifications
- Open to undergraduate students of all levels, with a preference for those pursuing Finance, Accounting, or related majors
- No specific technical skills required, but a strong eagerness to learn and grow is essential
- Interest in understanding how financial and accounting processes support broader business strategy
- Ability to work collaboratively and handle sensitive information with professionalism
Learning Objectives & Outcomes
By the end of the internship, the student will:
- Gain exposure to the core operations of a Finance and Accounting department within the banking industry
- Understand the flow and structure of financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis
- Participate in the strategic planning cycle, from mid-year forecasts to new-year budget setup
- Develop practical skills in data interpretation, reconciliation, and executive-level communication
- Explore the career pathways available in corporate finance and public accounting
Primary Project: Cross-Cycle Financial Operations Support
Throughout the summer, the intern will contribute to several interconnected financial cycles from supporting month-end close and mid-year forecasts to preparing for the next year’s budget cycle. This immersive experience will strengthen their understanding of how a bank’s financial health is monitored, managed, and communicated.
General Program Structure
- Weekly Development Sessions (goal setting, communication, leadership, etc.)
- Cross-functional Group Project culminating in a final executive presentation
- Networking events, team-building activities, and bank-wide experiences
- Mentorship from employees across the organization, including the Finance and Accounting team
Ready to Make Your Mark? If you're passionate about banking with a purpose and ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you! This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with commercial credit experience who are eager to contribute to our community-focused mission.
Why Join Us:
- Community Focus: Be part of a community bank that values and actively supports the St. Louis area.
- Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and development.
- Impactful Work: Play a key role in shaping the credit strategy and success of our organization.
- Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive and dynamic environment that values teamwork and innovation.
Don’t meet every single requirement?
If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the right candidate for this or other Midwest BankCentre roles!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Midwest BankCentre is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position and Midwest BankCentre. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.