Overview

As a trainee in the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A;) or Controlling team, you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience and develop essential skills in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. This one-year internship will provide you with exposure to the dynamic world of private equity investments and the financial operations of portfolio companies.

Key Responsibilities

- Financial Analysis: Assist in conducting financial analysis and modelling to support investment decision-making processes. This includes evaluating financial statements, performing corporate strategy analysis, and assessing the firm’s performance.
- Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborate with the FP&A; team to assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts for the company. Help analyse variances between presente and projected financial results and provide insights to support decision-making.
- Reporting and Presentation: Assist in the preparation of financial reports and presentations for internal stakeholders, including senior management and investment teams. Help consolidate financial data and present key findings in a clear and concise manner.
- Data Management: Support the team in maintaining accurate financial data and ensuring data integrity across various systems and platforms. Assist in streamlining data collection processes and implementing improvements where necessary.
- Ad hoc Projects: Contribute to special projects as assigned by the FP&A; or Controlling team,



which may involve financial due diligence, market research, or process improvement initiatives. Take ownership of assigned tasks and deliver high-quality results within specified timelines.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including accounting, operations and human resources teams, to gather relevant financial information and partner on business development strategic analysis.

Skills And Qualifications

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or Engineering.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and perform financial modelling.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with experience in financial modelling preferred.
- Knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement analysis.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
- Prior internship or coursework in finance, private equity, or related fields is a plus.

Start Date

We are ideally looking for post-graduate candidates available to join between March and May (at the latest).

Work Eligibility

Applicants must already have the right to work in Spain/Europe.

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📌 Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) - Trainee - Permira (Madrid)
🏢 Permira
📍 Madrid