Summer Internship - Finance

Acuity • Atlanta, GA

1d • $36,000 - $64,800

About The Position

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com . Are you a motivated and talented individual seeking an opportunity to excel and grow into a dynamic leader? If so, the Acuity Inc. Internship Program could be the perfect opportunity to jump‑start your career. Our 10–12‑week immersive summer internship (June–August, 40 hours/week) is designed to accelerate your growth through hands‑on projects, real‑world problem solving, and direct exposure to the inner workings of a fast‑moving organization. Throughout the program, you’ll work on initiatives that align your strengths and interests with strategic business priorities—making a real impact from day one. Interns will also have valuable opportunities to network with leaders across Acuity Inc., gaining insights into career paths, industry trends, and essential leadership skills. We especially encourage students with one to two semesters remaining in their degree program to apply. These candidates may be eligible for our Leadership Program following the internship—a full‑time, entry‑level rotational experience that allows recent graduates to explore diverse roles within a functional area. This program is designed to broaden your skill set, strengthen your professional network, and help you discover what inspires you as you launch your career.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree
• Relevant internship or project experience
• A minimum GPA of 3.0
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven problem-solving capabilities
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Experience leading teams or organizations
• Ability to travel as needed

Responsibilities

• This internship provides a comprehensive experience designed to expose you to key functions and processes across Acuity’s Finance organization.
• You will drive both business and financial decisions through the ownership of an individual intern project.
• During the internship you will be exposed to key processes including monthly reporting and close, financial analyses, annual forecasting and more.
• You will work closely with and be placed across our departments including FP&A, Accounting, Internal Audit, Investor Relations, Treasury, and Tax.
• Your intern projects will be tied to one of our departments and aligned with our key processes.
• Working with finance team to design and maintain financial models to drive action of business partners
• Working cross-functionally with Internal Audit team and IT partners on high-impact initiative to utilize key systems and drive risk-assessment analyses. This work laid the foundation for automation and future scalability, delivering lasting value and elevating the organization’s risk posture
• Analyzing working capital to drive forecasting inputs and drive business outcomes
• Spearheading the development of a dynamic financial model tailored for the CFO's strategic decision-making regarding corporate owned insurance policies
• A specialized onboarding to ensure integration into the organization
• Social and networking events to help forge connections with both peers and the broader Finance organization
• Connections with senior leadership in Acuity’s headquarters in Atlanta, GA

Benefits

• Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern