By assisting with a variety of 2007 Finance objectives this position seeks to broaden the corporate finance experience and background of the intern.  The intent of the internship is to prepare the student by providing relevant finance-related work experiences to sharpen the skills required to succeed in the field so that, after completing two or more intern experiences, he/she may be considered a viable candidate for full time roles within the department.

Major Responsibilities

·        Assorted finance and accounting responsibilities including, but not limited to, month end close, forecasting, systems, deal analysis, auditing, and ad-hoc projects.

Minimum Requirements

·        Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint required

·        Finance or Accounting major

·        Completed second year at the undergraduate level, or presently enrolled in an MBA or finance-related Masters program

Skills and Competencies

·        Analytical Thinking

·        Planning and Efficiency

·        Initiative and Innovation

·        Basic understanding of budgeting, planning, forecasting, financial and management accounting

Exposure to this opportunity will help develop skills for what AstraZeneca positions.

·        Financial Analyst

·        Business Accountant

·        Auditor