FP&A Intern (Germany)

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt, Inc. is offering an FP&A Internship in Ohio, USA. As an intern, you will support financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting for Pacoma Germany, aiding in the development of FP&A capabilities. Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Finance or related fields, possess strong analytical and Excel skills, and have the capability to communicate effectively in English, with German being a plus. This hands-on role will provide valuable exposure to financial decision-making within an international business context.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills are required.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools is needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and improving FP&A processes and tools.
• Support financial reporting and variance analysis.
• Help with budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Collect and validate financial data for accuracy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

Financial analysis tools

Excel

Job description

Open The Door to Opportunity! At Leggett & Platt, we provide real‑world experiences that shape the future of young professionals. Our Doors Internship Program is a paid opportunity for students to contribute to and learn from a global leader in manufacturing, design, and innovation. We offer internships in fields ranging from engineering, business, finance, operations, environmental health science, and technology, allowing you to explore a variety of industries such as automotive, home furnishings, bedding, and industrial products.

About The Program: The Doors Internship Program is an immersive experience designed to build your expertise, grow your network, and give you hands‑on experience across different functions. You’ll work on real‑world tasks and/or projects, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and be part of a company that enhances people’s lives through innovation in comfort-driven design and manufacturing.

The Finance team at Pacoma Germany supports business performance through financial planning, forecasting, and analysis that enable informed decision‑making and operational alignment. As the organization continues to strengthen its financial capabilities, the FP&A function plays a growing role in improving financial transparency, standardizing planning processes, and supporting management with actionable insights.

This internship supports the ongoing development and expansion of FP&A capabilities at Pacoma Germany.

FP&A Intern, you will support the development of the FP&A function at Pacoma Germany by assisting with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities. This role offers hands‑on experience in core FP&A processes while contributing to the build‑out of structured financial planning and reporting practices.

This position is ideal for a student interested in corporate finance and analytics who wants exposure to an international business environment and real‑world financial decision support.

What will you be doing as an FP&A Intern?

• FP&A Function Support – Assist in building and improving FP&A processes, tools, and reporting specific to Pacoma Germany.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis – Support monthly financial reporting, variance analysis, and management reporting activities.
• Budgeting & Forecasting – Help gather inputs, maintain financial models, and support budget and forecast cycles.
• Data Collection & Validation – Collect, reconcile, and validate financial and operational data to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Modeling & Template Development – Assist with developing and improving financial models, templates, and dashboards.
• Business Support – Provide analytical support for ad‑hoc requests from finance leadership and operational teams.
• Process Documentation & Improvement – Help document FP&A workflows and identify opportunities for efficiency, standardization, and automation.
• Additional duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency or working knowledge of Excel and financial analysis tools.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a professional environment; English required, German a plus.

Things we consider a plus:

• Coursework or experience in financial planning, budgeting, or forecasting.
• Exposure to financial modeling or reporting tools.
• Interest in supporting a growing FP&A function within a German or European business context.
• Previous internship or project experience in finance or analytics.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer