Student - CFOO Intern (Bulldog Enterprises-Entrepreneurship Program)

Butler University•Indianapolis, IN

12d

About The Position

Bulldog Enterprises is looking for our next Chief Financial & Operating Officer (CFOO) intern! This is a new and exciting opportunity to get real-life experience managing the financial objectives of multiple businesses (Chimba Bowls, Butler Brew, Blue's Closet thrift store, etc.) within Bulldog Enterprises. This role will play a critical role in shaping the financial strategy for our organization. The CFOO will be responsible for overseeing the financial health and operational efficiency of Bulldog Enterprises. This role combines strategic financial planning with hands-on operational leadership to ensure sustainable growth, compliance, and innovation across the different businesses within Bulldog Enterprises. This internship qualifies for LSB credit for those seeking a for-credit internship for graduation.

Requirements

Current student at Butler University
Strong leadership and collaboration skills.
Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Experience or coursework in finance, accounting, operations, or related field.
Ability to delegate effectively and manage multiple priorities.
Proficiency in constructing financial models utilizing financial assumptions
Demonstrates a high level of dedication to Bulldog Enterprises

Nice To Haves

Junior/Senior student
Experience with budgeting software, Excel, and financial modeling tools.
Prior leadership in a student organization or business setting.
Familiarity with university financial systems or compliance processes.
Knowledge of POS systems, scheduling tools, or supply chain platforms.
Ability to create and document processes

Responsibilities

Develop, manage, and create budgets, forecasts, and financial statements.
Support expense tracking, accounts payable, payroll, and vendor relationships.
Create and maintain financial dashboards and KPI tracking systems.
Forecast revenue and monitor financial performance across the enterprises.
Conduct standard audits and ensure financial statement accuracy
Work with key Butler University finance personnel to ensure compliance with Butler policies and procedures.
Support day-to-day operations of enterprises with troubleshooting and efficiency improvements.
Ensure compliance with licensing, insurance, and legal agreements.
Identify and analyze potential risks to each enterprise.
Manage and support rent and space contracts.
Maintain and optimize operational SOPs and audit processes through the creation of templates.
Support supply chain management and sourcing strategies and processes
Oversee implementation and maintenance of operational tools (e.g., POS systems, scheduling software, Canva).
Serve as a liaison with university departments
Provide leadership team with sufficient financial analysis to align financial and operational goals for decision making
Make recommendations on all major decisions within Bulldog Enterprises
Interpret complex financial data for strategic decision-making
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the financial and operating processes
Maintain regular and punctual availability and attendance at all required meetings.
Communicate proactively and respond promptly to requests to all key stakeholders
Comply with University standards and policies.
Ability to work under limited supervision.
Create, monitor, and adjust financial tools and templates to support enterprise efficiency and budgets.
Interpret financial dashboards and KPIs for recommendations that inform operational and strategic decisions.
Identify and implement processes and improvements using SOPs, audit tools, and technology.
Gain leadership and hands-on experience with financial and operations management