Corporate Finance & Strategy Intern (Remote)

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

simera-talent is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance & Operations professional to support a dynamic, high-level professional environment in San Francisco. You will contribute to finance, business operations, executive support, and professional communications.

The role is full-time with long-term growth potential. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and able to produce polished work with minimal supervision, handling confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, corporate finance, investment banking, or related fields.
• Strong Excel modeling and data analysis required.
• Ability to create executive-level PowerPoint presentations.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Detail-oriented with discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day finance and business operations.
• Assist with financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and data organization.
• Create and maintain professional Excel spreadsheets, financial models, and reports.
• Prepare and format PowerPoint presentations and business materials.
• Conduct research and organize information to support business initiatives.
• Assist with written communications, documentation, and other professional materials.
• Support senior team members with various operational, financial, and administrative projects.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and ensure timely completion.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, organization, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders as needed.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Advanced PowerPoint

Advanced English

Professional writing

Communication skills

Education

Finance/Business background

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance & Operations professional to support a dynamic, high-level professional environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in finance, business operations, executive support, and professional communications who is looking to take on a high-impact role.

The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, comfortable working with senior professionals, and able to produce polished, high-quality work with minimal supervision. This is a full-time opportunity with the potential for long-term growth and increased responsibilities based on performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day finance and business operations activities.
• Assist with financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and data organization.
• Create and maintain professional Excel spreadsheets, financial models, and reports.
• Prepare and format PowerPoint presentations and business materials.
• Conduct research and organize information to support business initiatives and decision-making.
• Assist with written communications, documentation, and other professional materials.
• Support senior team members with various operational, financial, and administrative projects.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with a high level of discretion and professionalism.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and ensure work is completed accurately and on time.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, organization, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders as needed.

Requirements

• Previous professional experience or academic background in Finance, Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to work with complex spreadsheets, data analysis, and financial information.
• Advanced PowerPoint skills and the ability to create polished, executive-level presentations.
• Advanced English proficiency, particularly in written and verbal communication. Accent is not a factor; communication ability and fluency are what matter.
• Strong professional writing and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple deadlines.
• Professional, proactive, and comfortable working with senior-level professionals.
• High level of discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information.
• Ability to take ownership and operate effectively with minimal supervision.

Work Schedule & Compensation

• Schedule: Approximately 40 hours per week.
• Duration: Long-term opportunity.
• Compensation: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications.

Candidate Selection

As part of the evaluation process, candidates will be asked to provide:

• Voice sample demonstrating English communication skills.
• Writing sample demonstrating professional writing ability.
• Short video introducing themselves and highlighting their background and experience.