Financial Analyst Intern

Ritter Communications is the largest privately held telecommunications provider serving exclusively the Mid-South, offering world-class broadband fiber, telecom, video, cloud and data center services. The company has grown rapidly over the years, investing millions recently in technology infrastructure and is now serving 155 communities and more than 57,000 customers in Arkansas, Texas, Missouri and Tennessee. Headquartered in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Ritter Communications invests heavily in the communities it serves by deploying proven, best-in-class infrastructure and technology, while coupling it with a world-class customer-focused experience.

General Summary:

Ritter Communications has a 10 to 12-week paid internship position available in our Finance department. This internship provides candidates the opportunity to work in a corporate office setting in which the candidate will interact with the different team members in the Finance department and gain exposure to the daily operations and month-end closing practices. The ideal candidate is actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, demonstrates strong motivation, and exhibits both a willingness and eagerness to learn.

What You'll Do:

• Assist in the month-end closing process by preparing various financial reports in a timely manner.
• Ability and eagerness to learn to understand the financial performance of the business, identifying opportunities and concerns, and collaborate with team members to develop solutions for improving financial performance.
• Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly metric reports, including capital spending reports and key operational measurement reports.
• Monitor and report on monthly actual results against budget, forecast, and prior-year performance, providing variance explanations in a clear presentation format.
• Assist in drafting budget/forecast presentations and communicating period results.
• Support ad-hoc analysis and special projects as required by the business.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of general accounting principles and standards.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products, specifically Microsoft Excel.
• Strong comprehension of technical documents and information.
• Proficiency in operating office equipment, including personal computers and various accounting/financial software programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze statistical and financial data.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with employees at all organizational levels.
• Ability to produce high-quality work with a strong focus on quality assurance.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze financial data and provide meaningful insights.
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong note-taking skills with the ability to accurately document key information and action items.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
• Strong confidentiality and ethical judgment in handling sensitive financial information with discretion.
• Understanding of company policies and procedures.

What You'll Bring to The Table:

• Individual should have 90 hours of college credit toward a Finance or Accounting Degree.
• Assignment is for 10 - 12 weeks averaging approximately 15-20 hours a week.
• A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 is preferable.

Ritter Communications is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We strive to maintain a drug-free workplace.