Finance Intern

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We're obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we're shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you'll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We're in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you'll do meaningful work with Workmates who've got your back. In return, we'll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you've found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.

About the Team

We are business finance professionals who are passionate about supporting our business partners strategically and with rigor. We influence heavily on how we can grow our company by providing business partners with financial insights. We are committed to working hard, having fun, and making an impact.

About the Role

About the Role

Workday is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Finance Intern to join our dynamic Business Finance team. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on experience in finance, focusing specifically on financial performance analysis, budgeting, and reporting within a high-growth technology company. 

We are looking for an organized, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic learner who is eager to contribute immediately and build foundational skills in FP&A.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting & Dashboards: Contribute to the creation, maintenance, and automation of key financial reports and executive dashboards, directly supporting the communication and analysis of business performance.

• Performance Analysis: Conduct initial variance analysis (Actuals vs. Plan/Forecast) during the month-end close process, identifying and summarizing the root causes of significant financial trends and anomalies.

• Data & System Integrity: Assist in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial data within our systems, ensuring all reporting is reliable and consistent.

• Ad-Hoc Business Support: Respond to time-sensitive data and analysis requests from team members, creating clear, accurate, and insightful reports to support strategic business partner discussions.

• Budgeting Support: Aid in the planning or monthly forecasting process by gathering essential data, consolidating submissions, and maintaining financial models.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with finance team members and business partners across the organization to gather essential data and information required for comprehensive financial reporting.

Workday Internship Program:

Ready for your career to shine? At Workday, we believe that the next generation of talent is essential to our success, which is why we seek hard-working students with open minds, new perspectives and bright ideas to join our Intern Program. During the 23-week in-person internship experience, you'll make an impact at Workday by engaging in meaningful work, all the while forging professional connections, and strengthening your skills in an encouraging environment. Plus, you'll be encouraged to bring your brightest self to work with coaching and mentorship, connection events and exposure to Workday's stellar culture while living our Core Values.

Let's make work days brighter. Apply today to start your career as a member of the Workday

About You

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related quantitative field.

• Strong academic track record and a genuine, demonstrated interest in a career in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).

• Must be able to commit to the full duration of the 23 week internship (Start Date: Feb 9, 2026) in Heredia, Costa Rica

• Bilingual in Spanish and English

• Anticipated graduation date of June/July 2026

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Organization & Communication: Strong organizational and time management abilities necessary to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines, supported by excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

• Proactive & Results-Oriented: A proactive, adaptable self-starter who thrives in a dynamic, high-growth setting, demonstrating an eager-to-learn attitude and an unwavering commitment to detail and accuracy in all work.

• Curiosity: A natural curiosity and passion for using data and financial models to understand and influence business performance.

• Highly adaptable and agile: capable of quickly pivoting and thriving amidst the rapid changes inherent in a high-growth technology environment.

• Analytical Proficiency: Solid proficiency with MS Excel (or Google Sheets) and PowerPoint (or Google Slides).

• Systems Experience (Plus): Familiarity with or interest in learning Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems or financial planning tools (e.g., Workday Adaptive Planning).

Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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