Finance Intern – Data & Cost Analysis, Flexible

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development and support

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is seeking a finance professional to perform assigned financial and operational analysis, supporting decision making and cost accounting across system hospitals. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and proactive data analysis.

The position involves forecasting, reporting, and coordinating departmental data to support strategic initiatives. Strong spreadsheet and database skills, plus accounting principles, are required.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of college-level courses in business or finance required.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet, word-processing and database programs.
• Proficiency with a 10-key calculator and basic accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial, operational, and decision support functions as assigned.
• Assist in strategic and financial assessments and feasibility studies.
• Support forecasting, analyses, and performance evaluation of plans.
• Maintain and develop cost accounting systems for system hospitals and related entities.
• Test and analyze data using established standards and techniques.
• Review transactions and documentation for control and efficiency.
• Prepare and organize supporting documentation for reports.
• Coordinate reports and data related to departmental activities and deadlines.
• Prepare specialized reporting in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Spreadsheet proficiency

10-key calculator

Accounting principles

Education

High School Diploma

Two years college coursework in business/finance

Tools

Spreadsheet software (Excel)

Word processing

Database programs

Job description

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is seeking a finance professional to perform assigned financial and operational analysis, supporting decision making and cost accounting across system hospitals. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and proactive data analysis.

The position involves forecasting, reporting, and coordinating departmental data to support strategic initiatives. Strong spreadsheet and database skills, plus accounting principles, are required.