Commercial Financial Analysis Intern

Job Type: Non-Exempt

Duration of role: Internship for 3 months

Number of Position: 1

Reporting to: Director of Strategic Accounts

Location: Columbia, MD

About Us

At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $600m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering in order to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.

Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.

We are excited to potentially welcome you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.

About the Internship

This internship provides hands-on exposure to commercial finance within a fast-paced manufacturing and engineering environment. The intern will support the teams with analysis, reporting, and process improvement initiatives while developing practical financial and business skills.

What You’ll Do

- Assist in financial analysis and reporting for commercial operations, including revenue, margins, and cost structures.

- Analyze and develop real standardization of material mark-ups on multi-million-dollar projects

- Attend Customer Meetings, Commercial Negotiations & Discussions with Senior Management

- Support pricing and profitability analysis for products and services.

- Collaborate with sales and operations teams to evaluate customer proposals and ensure financial compliance.

- Conduct variance analysis between actuals, forecasts, and budgets.

- Help develop financial models for new business opportunities and strategic initiatives.

- Assist in tracking KPIs and preparing dashboards for commercial performance.

- Support ad hoc projects, including market analysis and competitive benchmarking.

Additional Expectations

- Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies, including the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.

- Ensure all duties related to product compliance are followed in accordance with the Product

- Compliance Policy, relevant laws, regulations, and market requirements.

- Be responsible for completing tasks to achieve compliance goals and meet the demands of the Compliance Management System.

- Raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System with a supervisor, manager, any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistleblower service.

What You’ll Learn

- Practical application of commercial finance and pricing strategies

- Exposure to financial transformation and systems improvement

- Understanding of manufacturing and engineering cost structures

- Professional communication and stakeholder collaboration

What You’ll Bring

- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field (midway through education).

- Strong analytical mindset with interest in commercial finance and business performance.

- Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas; Power BI exposure is a plus).

- Ability to work with data, draw insights, and present findings clearly.

- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.

- Effective written and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team environment.

What You’ll Get

- Pay range: $16 USD per hour to $17 USD per hour.

- Career Scope and Advancement:As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.

- World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.

- Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.

- Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.

- Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy; we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additional mentorship for the future.

- Culture: We have a great team of culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social skills. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.

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Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon completion of post-offer requirements in accordance with applicable law.