Project Cost Analyst Intern

Data Annotation & LLM Service

Dublin, CA

Internship About the Role The Project Cost Analyst Intern plays a critical role in maintaining the financial health of our AI Data Annotation and LLM projects. You will bridge the gap between technical operations and financial planning, ensuring that our high-scale data labeling initiatives remain within budget while identifying strategic cost-saving opportunities. Key Responsibilities

Cost Tracking & Analysis:

Collect and evaluate financial and operational data specifically related to large-scale data labeling and LLM training.

Excel Modeling:

Build and maintain advanced Excel models to conduct variance analysis, helping the team understand discrepancies between projected budgets and actual spending.

Budget Preparation:

Assist in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts for upcoming AI projects.

Efficiency Identification:

Investigate cost drivers and recommend corrective actions or cost-reduction strategies to improve project ROI.

Stakeholder Reporting:

Prepare and present weekly or ad hoc cost reports to management, highlighting trends and potential financial bottlenecks.

Audit Support:

Assist in the auditing of cost-related transactions and ensure accurate documentation of vendor invoices. Requirements Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or a recent graduate of a Finance, Accounting, or Business Analytics major.
  
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and financial modeling) is mandatory.
  
• Strong analytical mindset with an interest in the "business of AI.

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