MBA Finance Intern

About Us

We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We’re tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we’re redefining what’s possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world?

Who You Are

As the Finance MBA Intern, you will work alongside the Director of Strategic Finance to support the Operations and Technology groups. You will work with FP&A and business partners on the financial forecasting and month-end close processes, including analysis and reporting. The role includes assisting in projects to set up and operationalize our manufacturing plant in Moses Lake, providing financial support to our Department of Energy grants, and assisting on special projects. The ideal candidate is able to work strategically, multi-task, and be hands-on to get work done.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Planning & Forecasting: You will support the corporate planning, budgeting, forecasting, annual and long-range planning in support of Operations and Technology groups
• Support Operations and Technologies projects and initiatives
• Partner with FP&A on company-wide initiatives
• Support financial process design and data integrity
• Provide financial support to our Department of Energy grants
• Work alongside the accounting team to ensure timely and accurate P/L
• Drive the annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Ad-hoc projects as needed

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to partner closely with internal customers in combination with a service-oriented mentality
• Strong presentation skills and proficiency with presentation software
• Advanced modeling skills and strong proficiency with spreadsheets
• Demonstrated success working in a deadline-driven and multi-tasking environment
• Familiarity with planning and reporting software
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in financial or related analytical roles (preferred)
• BA/BS in Business, Finance, Economics, Statistics or equivalent

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• The internship will be for one year requiring 20 hours a week when school is in session and 40 hours a week during the summer
• Move long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of time
• Operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, copier/printer, etc in a fixed location

The starting base pay for this role is between $25/hr and $39/hr at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, and equity.  The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for overtime.

Working at Sila

We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.