Finance Intern

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance.  We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture.  As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

Finance Intern (FP&A Team, NY)

KEY DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Group Financial Planning & Analysis team with preparation of deliverables related to expense analysis
• Support Corporate Function heads by providing expense details, tracking key metrics, and assisting with analyses for strategic decisions
• Assist in planning and forecasting for various Corporate Functions by working collaboratively to create detailed expense budgets
• Prepare analyses for plan vs. actual results, identifying reasons for differences on a monthly, quarterly and ad-hoc basis
• Prepare expense & headcount data for financial system uploads
• Manage monthly expense accruals for Corporate Functions
• Provide regular reports on initiatives such as Philanthropy and Recruitment Fee spending
• Work with accounts payable to improve expense coding and the monthly expense close process
• Take on additional projects and reporting tasks as needed

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Rising Sophomore or Junior pursuing a degree in finance, economics, accounting, business, or related fields
• Strong proficiency in Excel; willingness to learn Anaplan and other financial systems
• Basic knowledge of financial statements and accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and good communication abilities
• Highly motivated, confident, adaptable, and comfortable with ambiguity
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Experience with cross-functional teamwork

Salary range $20-$22/hour