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Financial Planning & Analysis Intern

Tempo
Location
San Diego, CA
Posted
25 days ago
Department
Finance
Salary
$25.00-$35.00
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Currently enrolled undergraduate in finance, accounting, economics, engineering, or a related field with at least two semesters of relevant coursework completed.
  • Strong Excel skills, comfortable building models from scratch and familiar with three-statement mechanics.
  • Precision with numbers and a habit of checking your own work before submission.
  • Availability of 15–20 hours per week during the academic term on a consistent schedule.
  • Clear written communication skills for writing commentary for management and investors.
  • Working familiarity with AI tools such as Claude or ChatGPT for model building and data reconciliation.
Nice to have
  • Coursework or prior exposure to manufacturing or cost accounting.
  • Familiarity with Inflation Reduction Act tax credits (45X, 48E, 45Y) or project finance.
  • Experience with NetSuite, QuickBooks, or a comparable ERP.
  • Interest in energy storage, industrial decarbonization, or hardware businesses.
What the job really is

As a Financial Planning & Analysis Intern at Tempo, you will work closely with the finance team to build and maintain pricing models, unit-economics models, and management reporting packages. Your role involves supporting the budgeting process for 2027, ensuring that financial models and reports are accurate and well-documented. You will gain hands-on experience in pricing, cost analysis, and financial reporting while receiving mentorship from finance leadership.

Benefits
  • Compensation range of $25.00-$35.00 per hour based on role, level, and location.
  • Ownership of models and reporting structures that remain in use post-internship.
  • A working understanding of hardware company pricing, costing, and reporting, including tax credit mechanics.
  • Experience with a full annual planning cycle from template to budget-versus-actual reporting.
  • Direct mentorship from Tempo's finance leadership with regular feedback.
  • Consideration for extension or a full-time offer for strong performers.
Things to weigh
  • Part-time position with a commitment of 15-20 hours per week during the academic term.
  • The role involves building processes that are currently not established, which may require adaptability.
  • Expect real ownership and close review of your work, indicating a high level of responsibility.
  • No specific mention of remote work options or flexibility in hours beyond the stated availability.
Job score4.2/5
Benefits3/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity5/5
Pay transparency5/5

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