EILEEN FISHER creates simple, timeless shapes designed to work together effortlessly, season after season. We make our clothes to last—and then take them back to be reworn again or remade into entirely new designs. We believe in the fundamental potential of every person—our employees, our customers and those who make our clothes—and are committed to creating conditions that empower people. It’s all part of our commitment to doing business in a way that helps build a better industry. And a better future. Our clothes are sold at over 65 EILEEN FISHER retail stores, and 1,000 department and specialty stores internationally, as well as 2 RENEW stores, which feature gently worn and remade designs from our take-back program. EILEEN FISHER is one of the largest women’s fashion companies to be a certified B Corporation, which means we voluntarily meet high criteria for social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency.

INTERNSHIP PURPOSE:

The EILEEN FISHER Internship Program cultivates the professional and personal development of our interns through meaningful immersion in our organization and culture. Interns gain valuable knowledge and hands-on work experience, while developing useful skills, building their resumes, and expanding their professional networks.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

As a Financial Planning and Analysis Summer Intern, you will work with the Financial Planning & Analysis team and assist with budget, monthly reporting and various report preparation.  You will also help with special projects and various expense analyses.

THIS IS A PAID INTERNSHIP.

LEARNING GOALS:

• Learn about how a retail company is structured and the internal processes.
• Learn about the tasks of a FP&A department and how our reports are used by Key Leaders of the Company to make business decision.
• Gain practical exposure in their field of study. Take on tasks related to their classroom knowledge to put theoretical concepts into practice.
• Develop knowledge in excel.
• Develop professional communication (meetings, emails, note-taking, and documenting).
• Develop organizational skills and learn how to prioritize work.
• Intern will receive regular feedback and will get updates on progress and receive guidance.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with budget reporting, including participating in meetings between FP&A and budget leaders.
• Assist with month-end close activities.
• Develop a report to provide competitors and market analyses.
• Participate in monthly reporting (Store Insight Report, Monthly OMNI Report).
• Provide financial, operational, and general business reporting – including distribution of department financial statements,
• Other responsibilities and projects as assigned.

Required Skills Required Experience

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

• Education:
  • Applicants should be pursuing a bachelor’s degree majoring in Finance, Economics or Accounting or other business related.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and advanced knowledge of Excel (i.e. pivot tables, “vlookup” and “sumif” formulas)
• Be able to work with accuracy and meet deadlines.
• Great communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly organized and detail oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high energy environment.
• Analytical and critical minded with the ability to challenge.
• Rigorous and curious attitude.
• Able to deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment.

Staffing Contact:

Reports to: Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager

Location:  Irvington, NY

Work Schedule:  35 hours/week Mon – Fri 9:00am-5:100pm

Exemption Status:  Non-Exempt

Clothing Allowance:  Yes (*intern level)

• Bachelors degree required, Master's preferred, in Early Childhood Development or Education.
• Four (4) years of professional administrative or teaching experience within an preschool educational setting. Family Child Care Home Experience is a plus.
• Knowledge in Early Childhood trainings, Maryland State Law Requirements for Daycares and Family Child Care Homes is required.