CMA intern

HSBC; Chennai District; On-site; INR 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

HSBC India invites motivated students pursuing CMA to join as interns in our Finance team. You will gain hands-on exposure to cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering within a global banking environment.

You will assist in preparing management reports and dashboards, perform variance analysis, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders. Mentorship from experienced finance professionals is part of the program.

Qualifications

• Pursuing CMA (Inter/Final) from Institute of Cost Accountants of India.
• Graduation is compulsory.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and cost management concepts.
• Proficiency in MS Excel; knowledge of data tools is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support in cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting activities.
• Assist in preparation of management reports and financial dashboards.
• Work on variance analysis to identify trends and cost optimization opportunities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business performance drivers.
• Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives within finance.
• Support ad-hoc projects related to FP&A.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Data analysis concepts

Education

CMA (Inter/Final)

Graduation

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Some careers open more doors than others. If you’re looking for a career that will unlock new opportunities, join HSBC and experience the possibilities. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.

Role Overview

We are looking for highly motivated students pursuing Cost and Management Accounting to join HSBC as interns. This internship provides hands‑on exposure to financial planning, cost analysis, and business partnering within a global banking environment. The role offers an opportunity to apply theoretical concepts in a real‑world setting while gaining insights into financial decision‑making in a large, complex organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Support in cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting activities
• Assist in preparation of management reports and financial dashboards
• Work on variance analysis to identify trends and cost optimization opportunities
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business performance drivers
• Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives within finance
• Support ad-hoc projects related to financial planning and analysis (FP&A)

Eligibility Criteria

• Pursuing CMA (Inter/Final) from Institute of Cost Accountants of India
• Graduation is compulsory
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and cost management concepts
• Proficiency in MS Excel; knowledge of data tools is a plus
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to global banking
• Hands‑on experience in cost management and financial analysis
• Opportunity to work with cross‑functional teams and senior stakeholders
• Mentorship from experienced finance professionals

Pro-tip : Familiarity with AI‑enabled tools is an advantage.

Additional Information

• Mandatory to successfully complete Anti‑Money Laundering and Sanctions training and post‑course assessment, as required.

You’ll achieve more at HSBC.

HSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment.

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As an employee, you are required to perform your duties in a professional capacity exercising independent judgement, discretion and decision‑making authority in planning, organising, directing work, supervising and appraising the work of team members, as applicable; and taking accountability for delivery outcomes. You will represent the organization with relevant internal and external stakeholders. You will allocate and prioritize work, provide direction and feedback, manage team capacity and leave in line with policy as applicable.

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