Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Cost Analyst & Financial Support Intern to join our team. This role is crucial in supporting financial decision-making, ensuring accurate cost analysis, and maintaining effective collaboration with key stakeholders. If you have a passion for precision, excellent analytical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!

The hired intern to comfortably complete the responsibilities would need to work a minimum of 30 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Gather financial data from diverse sources to support cost model analysis.

• Assist in evaluating production costs, operating expenses, and overheads to identify trends and potential savings.

• Create and maintain spreadsheets to track cost-related data systematically.

• Keep detailed records of methodologies and assumptions used in cost analysis to ensure transparency.

• Support in the update or enhancement of cost model tools and templates.

• Explore "what-if" scenarios to predict financial outcomes under varying conditions.

• Assist Business Intelligence Analysts with third-party purchases and cost-related tasks.

• Create and manage purchase orders for third-party products, ensuring timely updates to internal teams for open opportunities.

• Validate the accuracy of cost data, calculations, and projections to maintain high standards.

• Revise cost models based on feedback from senior analysts or supervisors.

• Manage inbound workflows for cost/price requests to ensure efficiency and accuracy.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with project managers and other key stakeholders, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.

Qualifications and Skills

• Currently enrolled in either BSc or MSc studies in Economics or Finance

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in spreadsheet software and data management tools.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Details-oriented and a true team player

• Excellent English knowledge in both written and verbal communication

What we offer

• Opportunity to create a more resourceful world by working on the 21st century's biggest challenges: water, energy, and gas

• R&D center with immense growth in the heart of Budapest at Deák Ferenc square

• Cutting-edge technologies (Cloud, IoT)

• Strong culture promoting work-life balance, remote work, and flexibility

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Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.

Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure solutions. We provide smart networks, software, services, meters, and sensors to better manage electricity, gas, water and city services. We are dedicated to creating a more resourceful world.