FP&A Intern: Build Forecasting & Analytics

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt Incorporated in Wilmington, NC invites students to join the Doors FP&A Internship. You’ll gain hands‑on exposure to financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting while supporting a growing US‑based finance function within PHC US.

Mentorship from experienced professionals, real‑world projects, and opportunities to develop financial models, dashboards, and analytical skills will help you build a data‑driven FP&A foundation for a global manufacturing leader.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency or working knowledge of Excel and financial data analysis.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• FP&A Function Development – Support the establishment and enhancement of FP&A processes specific to PHC US.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis – Assist with monthly financial reporting, variance analysis, and management summaries.
• Budgeting & Forecasting Support – Help gather inputs, maintain models, and support forecast and budget cycles.
• Data Management & Validation – Collect, reconcile, and validate financial and operational data to ensure accuracy.
• Modeling & Tools – Assist with developing and improving financial models, templates, and dashboards used by PHC US.
• Business Support – Provide analytical support for ad‑hoc requests from finance leadership and business partners.
• Process Improvement – Help document FP&A workflows and identify opportunities for standardization and efficiency.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Leggett & Platt Incorporated in Wilmington, NC invites students to join the Doors FP&A Internship. You’ll gain hands‑on exposure to financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting while supporting a growing US‑based finance function within PHC US.

Mentorship from experienced professionals, real‑world projects, and opportunities to develop financial models, dashboards, and analytical skills will help you build a data‑driven FP&A foundation for a global manufacturing leader.