Contractor Operations Contract Financial Apprenticeship

Operations Contract Financial Apprenticeship

This is a 1-year apprenticeship position.
Candidates must reside in Austin, TX at the time of applying.

Are you passionate about finance and operations? In this role, you will support financial forecasting and contract performance alignment while learning how operational strategies impact the bottom line. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and gain valuable insight into the intersection of business operations and finance.

Please note: Candidates must not have a U.S. or international bachelor's degree at the time of starting the program.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Helps with financial forecasting by comparing what was expected to happen with what happened and supports the team in identifying and explaining any major differences.
2. Builds and updates simple financial models to track business trends and support team recommendations on how to improve performance.
3. Responds to questions from the team or other departments about how financial forecasts are created and updated.
4. Assists with researching and analyzing financial issues, then shares findings and ideas with the team to support leadership decisions.
5. Looks for ways to improve manual processes by suggesting or helping implement small systems or tool updates.
6. Supports financial planning by tracking forecasts, updating data, and assisting with analysis to help the team stay on track with business goals.
7. Help prepare summaries and reports that highlight financial performance, future projections, and key trends.
8. Communicate with other team members and departments to help answer questions and ensure everyone has the financial information they need.

Job Skills/Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Over 6 months of experience in a financial industry role with demonstrated ability to perform as an individual contributor.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Why should you apply?

• Work in a dynamic environment with exposure to finance and operations
• Gain valuable hands-on experience in forecasting and financial analysis
• Access to paid time off and benefits
• Build foundational skills for a future career in business or finance

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