Finance Intern

As a Finance Intern at LivaNova, your primary responsibilities will include engaging in various finance projects that cover external reporting processes, corporate financial planning, and analysis. You'll be involved in the budgeting and forecasting cycles while also participating in variance analyses and strategic planning sessions. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with multiple teams, giving you comprehensive exposure to the Finance organization's different functions.

To be considered for the Finance Intern role at LivaNova, candidates should actively pursue a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field, ideally entering their final year by Fall 2024. Additionally, a GPA of 3.25 or higher is preferred, together with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Candidates should also be self-starters with prior project experience, making them equipped to handle tasks after receiving initial guidance.

The Finance Intern position at LivaNova typically lasts between 12 to 16 weeks, offering flexibility for candidates to work within the timeframe of May to September. The compensation for this role is $25 per hour, providing a competitive rate for the valuable experience and contributions you'll be making to our Finance team.

Interns at LivaNova can expect a dynamic and supportive work environment characterized by flexibility in work location and project engagement. With a hybrid model that includes both in-office and remote work based on project needs, interns will have the opportunity to connect and collaborate with a diverse range of professionals while also attending key business reviews and operating meetings.

LivaNova stands out as an excellent choice for Finance Internships due to its commitment to innovation in health technology and the opportunity for interns to work on impactful projects that contribute to the quality of life for patients. Interns benefit from direct exposure to senior leaders, gaining industry insights and hands-on experience that will significantly enhance their financial careers.

When answering this question, ensure that you highlight your role in the project, the objectives, and the outcomes. Discuss the financial principles you applied and any tools you used, such as Excel for data analysis. Show how this project contributes to your understanding of financial concepts relevant to the Finance Intern position at LivaNova.

Discuss your understanding of forecasting methods and the importance of historical data in budgeting. You might want to elaborate on any budgeting exercises you've engaged in, showing your analytical abilities and how you would apply them in real-world scenarios as a Finance Intern at LivaNova.

This is an opportunity to showcase your research skills. Discuss LivaNova’s role in advancing cardiovascular and neuromodulation solutions and mention specific products or therapies. Highlight how these innovations are changing patients' lives, aligning with your values.

Outline your step-by-step approach in the analysis, including how you gathered the data, any tools used (favorably Microsoft Excel), and how you presented your findings. Connect this experience to skills that are relevant for the Finance Intern role at LivaNova.

Highlight your strategies for maintaining accuracy, such as running checks, peer reviews, or using technology effectively. Stress the importance of detail orientation, especially in finance, and relate it to your potential responsibilities at LivaNova.

Describe a collaborative project, explaining your role and how you contributed to the team’s success. Highlight soft skills such as communication and adaptability, essential for working effectively within LivaNova's diverse teams.

Express your eagerness to gain practical experience, connect with finance professionals, and apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations. Emphasize your interest in learning more about external reporting, corporate financial planning, and how those processes operate within a mid-sized company like LivaNova.

In your answer, outline your approach to prioritization, time management, and communication when managing competing deadlines. Provide an example if possible and relate it to how you would adapt in the fast-paced environment at LivaNova.

Discuss the financial software or tools you've previously worked with, such as Excel or any accounting software. Highlight how your technical competency will help you contribute as a Finance Intern at LivaNova.

Your response should reflect the significance of diverse perspectives in driving innovation and problem-solving within finance. Link your viewpoint to LivaNova's commitment to equality and diversity, showing that you share the same values.