Internship Report – Finance Department

Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), Umrer Area

Internship Report – Finance Department

    Internship Overview

    A comprehensive report on a 3-month internship at WCL, Umrer in the Finance Department.

    Hands-on Experience

    Gained practical exposure in bill processing, SAP usage, and GST applications.

    Real-World Learning

    Learned financial procedures within a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) environment.

    Professional Growth

    Enhanced understanding of finance operations in a large organization.

    Career Impact

    Boosted confidence and skills for a future career in finance.

    Executive Summary

      Internship Duration

      Completed a 3-month internship at WCL, Umrer in the Finance Department.

      Practical Experience

      Engaged in bill processing, SAP usage, and GST applications.

      Financial Procedures

      Learned real-world financial procedures in a PSU setup.

      Skill Development

      Developed hands-on skills in finance operations.

      Career Preparation

      Prepared for a career in finance with practical exposure.

      Company Overview

        Subsidiary of Coal India Ltd

        WCL is a subsidiary of Coal India Ltd, founded in 1975.

        Coal Supply

        Supplies thermal coal to power and industrial sectors.

        Capital Investment

        Significant investment in automation and ERP systems.

        Company Mission

        Focused on safe and economic coal production.

        Environmental Leadership

        Aims for environmentally sustainable energy leadership.

        Organizational Snapshot

          Diverse Workforce

          Comprises engineers, finance staff, and mine workers.

          Product Focus

          Primarily produces thermal coal.

          Technological Tools

          Utilizes SAP and modern mining equipment.

          Operational Efficiency

          Strives for efficient and safe operations.

          Organizational Goals

          Aims for sustainable and economic production.

          Strategy & Analysis

            Vision Statement

            Aims for environmentally sustainable energy leadership.

            Mission Statement

            Focused on safe and economic coal production.

            Analytical Tools

            Uses PEST, SWOT, and Porter's Five Forces for analysis.

            Strategic Strengths

            Benefits from government backing and SAP systems.

            Growth Opportunities

            Explores diversification into solar and smart mining.

            Strategic Insights

              Government Support

              Strong backing from the government enhances stability.

              Technological Systems

              Utilizes advanced SAP systems for operations.

              Environmental Challenges

              Faces challenges related to environmental concerns.

              Renewable Energy Shift

              Considers diversification into renewable energy sources.

              Smart Mining Adoption

              Explores adoption of smart mining technologies.

              Key Learnings

                SAP Operations

                Gained proficiency in SAP operations, including bill entries and report generation.

                GST Application

                Learned about GST application in public sector accounting.

                Interdepartmental Communication

                Developed skills in interdepartmental communication and documentation.

                Financial Documentation

                Enhanced understanding of financial documentation processes.

                Professional Development

                Gained insights into professional development in finance.

                Financial Processes

                  ERP Systems

                  SAP is used for fund tracking and GST compliance.

                  Process Flow

                  Involves MB submission, SAP approval, and payment processing.

                  Control Mechanisms

                  Includes document checks, audits, and budget compliance.

                  Debt-to-Equity Ratio

                  Very low debt level indicates strong equity position.

                  Current Ratio

                  High liquidity allows for easy meeting of short-term obligations.

                  Recommendations

                    Training Module

                    Develop an online training module for new interns.

                    AI-Based Verification

                    Implement AI-based bill verification to reduce errors.

                    Green Energy Projects

                    Pilot green energy (solar) projects on WCL land.

                    Efficiency Improvement

                    Focus on improving operational efficiency and asset utilization.

                    Sustainability Initiatives

                    Enhance sustainability initiatives for long-term growth.

                    Conclusion

                      Skill Acquisition

                      Gained practical skills and technical exposure in finance.

                      Career Confidence

                      Boosted confidence for a career in finance.

                      Professional Insights

                      Gained insights into PSU finance operations.

                      Future Prospects

                      Prepared for future prospects in the finance sector.

                      Personal Growth

                      Experienced personal growth and professional development.