Finance & Accounting Student Internship Candidate

EDUCATION

Santiago Grand Mora

305-***-**** ********@***.*** www.linkedin.com/in/santiago-a-grand Florida International University (FIU) May 2029

Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting & Finance Cumulative GPA: 3.65/4.00 Honors & Awards: Bright Futures Scholarship Recipient (Full-Tuition), FIU Honors College, IB Diploma (International Baccalaureate) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

City of Doral Miami, FL

Recreational Service Aid Feb 2025 – Present

• Delivered client-focused service by addressing patron inquiries and resolving issues to enhance user satisfaction and engagement

• Managed pavilion reservations by processing payments through RecTrac and ensuring transactions to ensure support financial control

• Supported daily operations by maintaining organized workflows and monitoring transactions to enhance efficient facility performance Service Aid Intern

• Execute full inspections of a 20,000 sq. ft. facility, identifying and resolving safety issues to ensure consistent visitor safety standards daily

• Enforce safety policies and park regulations to maintain a secure and enjoyable environment for over 500 visitors each day consistently

• Facilitate the setup and breakdown of 5+ large-scale community events serving over 1,000 residents and nonresidents of Doral efficiently Nice Drive Miami Miami, FL

Finance Intern Jun 2025 – Feb 2026

• Supported dealership finance operations by assisting in structuring vehicle financing and leasing deals, evaluating customer creditworthiness through detailed review of financial profiles, and preparing loan documentation in compliance with lender guidelines, contributing to efficient deal flow, reduce and improved overall revenue optimization across high-volume transactions

• Processed credit applications, income verification, and contract disclosures, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and documentation while coordinating with lenders to secure favorable terms, improve approval rates, and maintain an efficient financing process

• Tracked and analyzed daily deal activity and financial transactions, supporting profitability reporting, backend product sales

(warranties and GAP), and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls for accurate, audit-ready reporting Wharton Global School Investment Competition Miami, FL Team Leader – Financial Literacy Sep 2024 – Apr 2025

• Collaborated with 5-person team to develop a comprehensive equity portfolio strategy using Wharton Investment Simulator (WInS)

• Performed fundamental company and industry analysis, incorporating valuation frameworks, macroeconomic trends, and portfolio diversification principles to support disciplined investment decisions aligned with return objectives and risk management practices

• Prepared and delivered structured investment reports aligned with simulated client objectives, performance benchmarks, portfolio strategy, and actionable recommendations to support accurate, data-driven investment decision-making and risk-adjusted outcomes LEADERSHIP AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Wall Street Prep Miami, FL

Advanced Accounting Course Certification Apr 2026 – May 2026

• Covers complex accounting topics such as deferred taxes, lease accounting, stock-based compensation, and M&A accounting, with an emphasis on how these items flow through the three financial and impact statements, financial modeling, and real-world deal analysis Analyzing Financial Reports Certification

• Teaches how to interpret and evaluate income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, assess company performance, identify trends and red flags, and apply ratio and financial analysis techniques to support investment and business decisions across firms US GAAP and IFRS: Financial Reporting Differences in a Global Economy Certification

• Explains the key differences between US GAAP and IFRS, focusing on how global accounting standards affect revenue recognition, asset valuation, and financial statement presentation for cross-border analysis, comparability, and informed financial decision-making DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) Miami, FL Chapter President – Downtown Doral Charter Upper School Sep 2023 – Jun 2025

• Lead and organize chapter meetings, coordinate fundraising initiatives, and oversee the planning and of DECA competitions and events in my role as President at Downtown Doral Charter Upper School, member engagement, and successful event outcomes.

• Conducted in-depth research on Duolingo, collaboratively developing the company overview, valuation, risk analysis, financial team model, and complete investment summary, then delivered a cohesive stock pitch to the club board, members, and competition invitees

• Managed chapter budgeting and fundraising logistics by tracking revenues, allocating resources effectively, and supporting financial planning efforts to maximize funds for future DECA activities and events, maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring expenses, ensuring proper use of resources, improving financial organization and transparency, and strengthening financial oversight processes SKILLS, ACTIVITIES, AND INTEREST

Certifications and Skills: Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Spanish (Native), English (Fluent), Portuguese (Conversational) Interests: Weightlifting, Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, Running, Basketball (Favorite Team: Heat), Golf, Poker, Pickleball, Clash Royale

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