FP&A Internship

Socket.dev; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity eligible

Total Rewards package

Job summary

Sila is seeking an FP&A Intern to join the finance team and gain hands-on experience in corporate finance. You will support financial leadership across business units, translating data into actionable insights in a fast-moving environment.

The role involves assisting with monthly/quarterly packages, variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and building financial models to guide strategic decisions. Excellent communication and Excel/Sheets skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.
• Strong proficiency with Excel and Google Sheets.
• Ability to conduct financial analysis and present data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial packages.
• Support Senior Analysts and Managers in conducting variance analysis (budget vs. actual) and identifying trends in financial performance.
• Participate in the annual budgeting and reforecasting processes.
• Help build and maintain financial models to support strategic planning and critical business decisions.
• Support the finance team in engaging with business units to understand their financial needs and challenges.
• Assist with data extraction and entry within financial systems.
• Contribute to projects focused on improving and optimizing financial systems and processes to drive efficiency and automation.
• Support the team with special analysis and system enhancement projects as required.

Skills

Excel

Google Sheets

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

About Us

We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world?

Who You Are

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Intern is a motivated student eager to gain hands‑on experience in corporate finance. You will support the broader finance team in providing financial leadership and strategic insights to various business units. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical curiosity, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations. You are highly organized and capable of meeting tight deadlines in a rapidly changing, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial packages.
• Support Senior Analysts and Managers in conducting variance analysis (budget vs. actual) and identifying trends in financial performance.
• Participate in the annual budgeting and reforecasting processes.
• Help build and maintain financial models to support strategic planning and critical business decisions.
• Support the finance team in engaging with business units to understand their financial needs and challenges.
• Assist with data extraction and entry within financial systems.
• Contribute to projects focused on improving and optimizing financial systems and processes to drive efficiency and automation.
• Support the team with special analysis and system enhancement projects as required.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Ability to conduct financial analysis and present data clearly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Move long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of time
• Operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, copier/printer, etc in a fixed location

The starting base pay for this role is between $20/hr and $25/hr at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, and equity. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for overtime.

Working at Sila

We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.