FP&A Intern – 5 to 6 months

Who we are

 

At PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL), we believe that every person has the right to participate fully in the global economy. Our mission is to democratize financial services to ensure that everyone, regardless of background or economic standing, has access to affordable, convenient, and secure products and services to take control of their financial lives. We’re a purpose-driven company, and our beliefs are the foundation of how we conduct business every day. We’re guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Collectively, these values inspire us to work together as One Team with our customers at the center of everything we do, and to take care of ourselves, each other, and the communities in which we live and work. We challenge the status quo, ask questions, and find solutions. Join us as we enable the hopes, dreams, and ambitions of millions of people around the world.

 

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Job Description Summary:

Fueled by a fundamental belief that having access to financial services creates opportunity, PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) is committed to democratizing financial services and empowering people and businesses to join and thrive in the global economy. Our open digital payments platform gives PayPal’s 295 million active account holders the confidence to connect and transact in new and powerful ways, whether they are online, on a mobile device, in an app, or in person. Through a combination of technological innovation and strategic partnerships, PayPal creates better ways to manage and move money, and offers choice and flexibility when sending payments, paying or getting paid. Available in more than 200 markets around the world, the PayPal platform, including Braintree, Venmo and Xoom enables consumers and merchants to receive money in more than 100 currencies, withdraw funds in 56 currencies and hold balances in their PayPal accounts in 25 currencies.

Job Description:

FP&A intern – International Markets
 

Overview:

As part of the International Markets Regional Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team and working closely with the International Markets  regional Senior Management, you will develop your analytical and presentation skills while gaining a deep understanding of PayPal’s fast-growing business across the International Markets including dynamic high-growth markets such as China, India, Japan, Brazil, Mexico, Korea, SEA, LATAM, CEE and MEA. This is a 6-month internship and the successful applicant will report to the Head of International Markets FP&A Manager. The position will be based in Singapore.
 

Core responsibilities:

• Work with the International Markets FP&A team to deliver performance insight to the International Markets Senior Management team and Global FP&A team enabling optimal decision making.
• Support the regular finance reporting cycles (weekly, monthly, quarterly) to review weekly, monthly and quarterly business performance, quarterly targets and annual budget for the International Markets.
• Participate in the monthly Forecast and annual Budget processes.
• Help deliver monthly International Markets  Operations review to PayPal CEO as well as Board presentations.
• Perform deep dive analyses to understand revenue trends; identify potential business opportunities/risks.
• Support other P&L areas (Headcount and Operating Expenses) for reporting and planning.
• Drive best practices and identify areas of improvement and make recommendations to optimize processes or analytics tools.
• Participate in specific ad-hoc projects at regional level.

Education required:

• Currently enrolled (3rd or Final year) or recently graduated from a leading Business, Economics, Accounting, Statistics or Engineering school/university.
• Have a strong interest and general knowledge of the Payments industry, Fintech companies and more broadly Internet/e-commerce.

Experience required:

• Previous experience gained as a FP&A analyst (or similar role) ideally in a fast growing, medium/large company environment within the eCommerce or financial services sectors.
• Previous experience in driving forecast and budget processes in highly matrixed environment.
• Previous experience in building and challenging financial models.

Skills & Abilities required:

• Comfortable with Financial and Analytical modelling.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office package (Excel and PowerPoint).
• Fluent in English.
• Curiosity; Like to play with numbers, solve problems and learn by doing.
• High attention to details and work in a clear, structured and organized way.
• Can multi-task and manage priorities and timeline to deliver and “get things done” in a fast-paced, dynamic and challenging environment.
• Feels accountable for his responsibilities.
• Team player and comfortable working in a multi-cultural office environment with colleagues and stakeholders spanning multiple time zones.
• Solid interpersonal, writing and communication skills to manage stakeholders and convey clear and relevant messages to decision makers.
• Familiarity with SQL, VBA or Essbase is a plus.

What we offer

• A supportive and diverse environment that allows our employees to thrive and learn.
• Flexible working.
• Attractive compensation and benefits.
• Future career opportunities with international exposure via PayPal’s network of global locations.
• A diverse and inclusive working environment.
• A socially innovative company that helps communities world wide through charitable giving or donation of time.

From the moment that you join our team we aspire to make your employment experience an outstanding and engaging one. The PayPal family is passionate and proud of our company. It is this vigor and attitude that helps us execute well, every day. If you are enthusiastic and thrive in a collaborative and friendly environment then we invite you to learn more, explore opportunities, and discover a place for you.

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For more than 20 years, PayPal has remained at the forefront of the digital payment revolution. By leveraging technology to make financial services and commerce more convenient, affordable, and secure, our open digital payments platform gives PayPal’s 400 million active account holders the confidence to connect and transact in new and powerful ways. Through a combination of technological innovation and strategic partnerships, PayPal creates better ways to manage and move money, and offers choice and flexibility when sending payments, paying, or getting paid. Available in more than 200 markets around the world, the PayPal platform, including Braintree, Venmo and Xoom, enables consumers and merchants to receive money in more than 100 currencies, withdraw funds in 56 currencies and hold balances in their PayPal accounts in 25 currencies.

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected].