Finance Internship - Summer 2012/Texas

Finance Internship - Summer 2012/Texas

Stryker has enjoyed a 20 plus year record of earnings growth which has allowed us to invest in resources and innovation opportunities, employee rewards, community and charitable causes. This kind of organizational growth has created significant career development pathways and leadership development opportunities. We are particularly proud that Stryker has received the Gallup Global Workplace Award, recognizing us as one of the most highly engaged and productive companies in the world, and just recently Stryker was added to FORTUNE Magazine's 2011 list of the ""100 Best Companies to Work For"" in the United States.
Stryker, a global leader in medical technology takes great pride in their people, and that's why we're focused on the best candidates for our Finance Internship program. As a Finance/Accounting Intern at Stryker, you will:
• Put people first, and gain valuable experience as a result
• Learn about the Art and Science of the Finance world
• Be part of one of Fortune Magazine's Top 100 companies to work for
• Implement new ideas, be constantly challenged, and develop your skills

Some of the responsibilities of a Finance/Accounting intern are as follows:
• Maintains the company's cost accounting system; makes recommendations for improvement as needed
• Provides cost estimation for new and existing products and participates in cost reduction initiatives
• Prepares and analyzes specific accounting statements and reports to assist in the preparation of financial statements, and other internal and external reports as required
• Coordinates with other departments to achieve cost planning targets
• Assists in development and transmissions of operating plan and strategic plan
• Analyzes monthly operating performance and profit projections for reporting and developing action items
• Develops overhead and labor standards
• Participates in monthly and yearly closing processes including journal entry preparation
• Assists with the development and maintenance of annual budgets

Qualifications:
• Currently working on completion of Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent
• 3.0 GPA or above
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Ability to exercise independent judgment
• Proficient on basic computer programs: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Proven leadership and business acumen skills
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications/Work Experience

Qualifications:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Ability to exercise independent judgment
• Proficient on basic computer programs: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Proven leadership and business acumen skills
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Education and/or Special Training

• Currently working on completion of Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent
• 3.0 GPA or above