Corporate Finance Intern

Acima LLC.; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Upbound Group, Inc. is seeking a Corporate Finance Intern for its FLEX program in Draper, UT. You will rotate through FP&A, Corporate Development, Investor Relations, and Treasury, gaining hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis.

The internship emphasizes financial modeling, market analysis, and presenting insights to senior leaders. A top-performing student with a finance focus will thrive in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance with some coursework in finance.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills for modeling and analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for presentations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Analyze performance to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling and business cases.
• Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, and Operations teams.
• Prepare presentations and insights for finance and business leaders.
• Conduct market and competitive analyses to inform decisions.
• Participate in projects to improve processes and efficiency.
• Deliver a final project presentation to senior leaders.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Finance

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Financial analysis tools

Job description

Corporate Finance Intern

(Draper, UT)

About Upbound Group, Inc.

Upbound Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: UPBD) is a technology and data-driven leader in accessible and inclusive financial solutions that address the evolving needs and aspirations of underserved consumers. The company’s customer facing units include industry-leading brands such as Acima, Brigit, and Rent-A-Center that facilitate consumer transactions across a wide range of store-based and digital channels in the United States, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. Upbound Group, Inc. is headquartered in Plano, Texas.

Department Overview

The Finance organization is a driving force behind Upbound's growth, value creation, and long-term success. Serving as a trusted strategic partner to business leaders, we leverage financial expertise, data-driven insights, and disciplined capital management to influence key decisions, evaluate opportunities, and enhance shareholder value. Our team plays a critical role in shaping business strategy while maintaining the highest standards of financial stewardship and integrity.

The Finance Leadership Experience (FLEX) Program is a premier rotational internship designed to develop the next generation of finance leaders at Upbound Group. Each summer, a select group of high-performing interns rotate through Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Corporate Development, Investor Relations, and Treasury, gaining a comprehensive understanding of how finance influences business strategy, capital allocation, growth initiatives, and shareholder value creation. Through meaningful project work, executive exposure, and cross-functional collaboration, FLEX provides a unique opportunity to build the analytical, business, and leadership skills needed for a successful career in corporate finance.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting activities.
• Analyze business performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling and business case development.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, and Operations.
• Prepare presentations and insights for finance and business leaders.
• Conduct market and competitive analysis to support business decisions.
• Participate in special projects that improve processes and drive operational efficiency.
• Deliver a final project presentation to senior leaders.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance with an expected graduation date between May 2027 and December 2027.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Demonstrated interest in corporate finance, financial strategy, capital markets, or corporate development.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proven leadership potential through academic achievement, internships, campus involvement, athletics, military service, or extracurricular activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship experience in finance, accounting, consulting, banking, corporate strategy, or a related field.
• Experience with financial modeling, valuation, forecasting, data analytics, or business intelligence tools.
• Coursework in Corporate Finance, Investments, Financial Modeling, Valuation, Capital Markets, or Economics.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Corporate Development, Investor Relations, Treasury, or Corporate Finance,