DISCLAIMER: This position is open only for candidates in MUMBAI. Applications from other locations will not be considered
About Us
peopleHum is an AI-powered HR technology platform helping organizations simplify and transform the way they manage people, talent, and workplace operations. We work with businesses across regions to bring together hiring, onboarding, performance, engagement, payroll, analytics, and HR operations into one intelligent platform.
Role Overview
We are looking for enthusiastic and detail-oriented candidates for a Finance / Accounting / FP&A Internship with 0–3 months of experience (freshers and recent graduates are welcome to apply).
This internship focuses on gaining exposure to financial planning, analysis, business reporting, P&L management, KPI tracking, forecasting, and business performance analysis. The ideal candidate should have a basic understanding of financial accounting, P&L, financial statements, revenue analytics, and business metrics.
Qualifications
A degree in B.Com / M.Com / MBA Finance (Pursuing or Completed) is preferred.
Why This Role Matters
This internship provides an opportunity to learn how finance teams support business decision-making through financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and business insights.
You will work closely with senior finance professionals to understand business performance, track key financial metrics, support planning cycles, and improve financial visibility across business units. This role will help build a strong foundation in revenue optimization, cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
What You Will Do
- Assist in preparing and maintaining P&L reports and KPI trackers for business units.
- Support revenue, cost, and profit forecasting activities as part of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
- Help track monthly and quarterly performance against budgets and forecasts.
- Assist in identifying insights related to revenue, costs, and business performance.
- Support analysis of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics.
- Prepare and update financial reports and presentations for management review.
- Coordinate with business teams, accounts teams, and external stakeholders for data collection and reporting.
- Assist in preparing commercial models and financial evaluations for new initiatives.
- Support preparation of EBITDA tracker reports and financial dashboards.
- Assist in creating monthly and quarterly management reporting packs.
- Contribute to forecasting models, budgeting exercises, and business planning activities.
- Support Business Intelligence (BI) reporting and data analysis activities.
- Assist with financial analysis and variance reporting (Actual vs Budget, Forecast, Prior Periods).
- Help monitor KPIs and investigate performance variances.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives related to reporting and financial analysis.
Skill Set
- Basic understanding of financial accounting, P&L, and financial statements.
- Good analytical and numerical skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to present information clearly and professionally.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Attention to detail and willingness to learn.
- Positive attitude and ownership mindset.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
Must-Have Skills
- Basic knowledge of financial accounting and understanding of P&L and financial statements.
- Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel.
- Ability to prepare and analyze reports using financial data.
- Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning concepts.
- Ability to analyze KPIs and business performance metrics.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to multitask and manage priorities effectively.
Good-to-Have Skills
- Exposure to financial reporting or management presentations through academic projects or internships.
- Basic understanding of SaaS metrics such as CAC, CLTV, ARR, Burn, EBITDA, GP, SG&A, and revenue analytics.
- Familiarity with BI tools and business intelligence reporting.
- Exposure to forecasting models, financial modeling, or valuation concepts.
- Understanding of business planning and budgeting processes.
- Exposure to commercial analysis, product launches, or partnership evaluations through projects or coursework.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Must have skills
- Basic knowledge of financial accounting and understanding of P&L and financial statements.
- Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel.
- Ability to prepare and analyze reports using financial data.
- Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning concepts.
- Ability to analyze KPIs and business performance metrics.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to multitask and manage priorities effectively.
Good to have skills
- Exposure to financial reporting or management presentations through academic projects or internships.
- Basic understanding of SaaS metrics such as CAC, CLTV, ARR, Burn, EBITDA, GP, SG&A, and revenue analytics.
- Familiarity with BI tools and business intelligence reporting.
- Exposure to forecasting models, financial modeling, or valuation concepts.
- Understanding of business planning and budgeting processes.
- Exposure to commercial analysis, product launches, or partnership evaluations through projects or coursework.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
