The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team is a strategic pillar within PayU's Finance Organization, responsible for driving data-driven decision making and financial insights across the organization. Our team partners closely with Business Operations, Product, Engineering, and Executive Leadership to provide comprehensive financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning support. We manage annual budgeting processes, quarterly business reviews, financial modeling, and performance analytics while supporting PayU's dynamic growth trajectory in the fintech space. The team takes pride in transforming complex financial data into actionable insights that guide strategic initiatives and operational excellence across global markets.
About the Role:
We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented FP&A Intern to join our high-performing Finance team for CA internship program. This role provides exceptional exposure to financial planning, analysis, and strategic finance within the rapidly evolving fintech ecosystem. The intern will collaborate with senior FP&A professionals and gain comprehensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and business partnering. This position is perfect for someone passionate about building a career in financial analysis, strategic planning, and business intelligence within the digital payments and financial services industry.
Responsibilities:
Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning and forecasting processes across business units
Develop and maintain financial models, dashboards, and reporting templates to support business analysis
Analyze variance between actual performance and budget/forecast, identifying key drivers and trends
Support preparation of executive-level presentations and board materials with financial insights and commentary
Conduct financial analysis on new business initiatives, product launches, and market expansion opportunities
Maintain and enhance automated reporting processes using advanced Excel functions and BI tools
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Assist in annual budgeting process including data gathering, consolidation, and scenario modeling
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and business metrics, preparing regular performance summaries
Support ad-hoc financial analysis requests from business stakeholders and senior management
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business drivers and translate them into financial impact
Help streamline FP&A processes and contribute to system optimization and automation initiatives
Research industry benchmarks and competitive analysis to support strategic planning initiatives
Requirements:
Currently pursuing or recently completed Bachelor's/Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field
Strong academic performance with emphasis on finance, accounting, or quantitative analysis coursework
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling, pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis)
Basic understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and financial metrics
Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) or willingness to learn
Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail with ability to work with large datasets accurately
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex information clearly
Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
Proactive learning mindset with adaptability to fast-paced, dynamic business environment
Previous internship experience in finance, consulting, or analytics (preferred)
Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) or financial planning software (preferred)
Understanding of fintech business models and digital payments ecosystem (preferred)
Experience with SQL, Python, or other data analysis tools (preferred)
Professional certification pursuits (CFA, FRM, CPA) - ongoing or planned (preferred)
6-month full-time internship commitment with potential for extension
Immediate availability preferred
About us:
At PayU, we are a global fintech investor and our vision is to build a world without financial borders where everyone can prosper. We give people in high growth markets the financial services and products they need to thrive. Our expertise in 18+ high-growth markets enables us to extend the reach of financial services. This drives everything we do, from investing in technology entrepreneurs to offering credit to underserved individuals, to helping merchants buy, sell, and operate online. Being part of Prosus, one of the largest technology investors in the world, gives us the presence and expertise to make a real impact. Find out more at www.payu.in
Our Commitment to Building A Diverse and Inclusive Workforce
As a global and multi-cultural organization with varied ethnicities thriving across locations, we realize that our responsibility towards fulfilling the D&I commitment is huge. Therefore, we continuously strive to create a diverse, inclusive, and safe environment, for all our people, communities, and customers. Our leaders are committed to create an inclusive work culture which enables transparency, flexibility, and unbiased attention to every PayUneer so they can succeed, irrespective of gender, color, or personal faith. An environment where every person feels they belong, that they are listened to, and where they are empowered to speak up. At PayU we have zero tolerance towards any form of prejudice whether a specific race, ethnicity, or of persons with disabilities, or the LGBTQ communities.
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