Come build community, explore your passions and do your best work at Microsoft with thousands of University interns from every corner of the world. This opportunity will allow you to bring your aspirations, talent, potential—and excitement for the journey ahead.

As a Financial Analysis Intern, you will be a valued and integral member of the Microsoft India Finance team, specifically within the Stat & Tax Controllership function. You will contribute to high-impact projects such as Tax returns and refunds, Compliance reporting, Due diligence reviews, Statutory and internal audit support and Cross-functional coordination with the AP team and other finance stakeholders.

You will also have opportunities to automate reports, build dashboards, and develop internal tools or databases—leveraging technology to simplify, standardize, and optimize finance processes. Your manager will align your projects with your interests and development goals to ensure a meaningful and growth-oriented internship experience.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Intern Required Qualifications:

CA Intermediate completion
Minimum 12 months of articleship period remaining

Intern Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency in MS Office suite
Exposure to data visualization or automation tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel macros, Python, etc.)

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

Intern Responsibilities:

Work on projects that directly impact business outcomes
Serve as a point of contact for queries related to compliance, expenses, and documentation
Support policy adherence and financial data sharing
Collaborate with India Finance team members and participate in team events
Learn about various aspects of the company and its operations
Present your work and findings to senior finance leaders at the end of your internship

Core Knowledge Areas:

Accounting: Understanding of general accounting principles and organizational policies including cost accounting, auditing, budgeting, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
Financial Reporting: Familiarity with GAAP and local financial regulations; ability to identify and address compliance issues.
Taxation: Knowledge of direct and indirect tax laws; ability to assist in tax return preparation, account reconciliation, and audit support.
Detail Orientation: Accuracy in handling data, documents, and digital tools.
Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills.

What We’re Looking For

We seek candidates who are not only strong in finance fundamentals but also:

Tech-savvy and curious: Eager to embrace technology for automation, simplification, and standardization of finance activities.
Growth-minded: Willing to unlearn outdated practices and continuously learn new tools, approaches, and concepts.
Collaborative and proactive: Ready to engage with cross-functional teams and contribute to a dynamic finance environment.

Professional & Social Development

Dedicated coaches and mentors to support your success
Participation in team events and networking opportunities
Exposure to real-world finance operations and decision-making

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