Finance Internship

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Faced with growing environmental challenges, for more than 160 years, SUEZ has been acting to deliver essential services that protect and improve the quality of life. SUEZ enables its customers to provide access to water and waste services, with resilient and innovative solutions. With its 40 000 employees present in 40 countries, the Group also enables its customers to create value over the entire lifecycle of their assets and services, and to drive their ecological transition, together with their end-users.

You will join SUEZ Europe & Central Asia, a Business Unit (BU) looking to achieve significant growth in its Water and Waste activities in the countries selected in the Group's strategic roadmap for the medium-term plan. The ambition is strong, but the BU wants to develop its activities notably in the following countries: Poland, Czech Republic, Denmark, Serbia, Uzbekistan, and potentially Spain. However, we also need to keep a close eye on the market, so that we can potentially develop in other countries in the region.


WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Intern to join the finance department of the Europe & Central Asia Business Unit of Suez. The intern will support various financial tasks with a special focus on reporting and financial analysis. This role will provide hands-on experience in financial planning, analysis, and controlling, offering a solid foundation in corporate finance within an international environment.

Key Responsibilities:

·  Support the finance department in day-to-day operations, working closely with the finance team including the BU CFO and Financial Controller.
·  Assist with financial reporting and its production, ensuring timely and accurate submission of key financial data.
·  Conduct comprehensive analysis of financial statements and accounts, providing insights into variances, trends, and performance indicators.
·  Collaborate in financial controlling tasks, including budget tracking, cost analysis, and variance reporting.
·  Participate in month-end and year-end closing processes.
·  Contribute to the preparation of financial forecasts and budgeting exercises.

 

  Which skills and experiences you will need to succeed in this role?

·  Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field from a business school.
·  Prior experience in a finance or accounting position is a plus.
·  Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
·  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (such as SAP) is a plus.
·  Strong attention to detail, with excellent organizational and time management skills.
·  Good communication skills, both written and verbal and in English (mandatory) and in French (desirable), with the ability to interact with multiple stakeholders.
·  Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What We Offer:

·  A hands-on learning experience in financial analysis and reporting.
·  Exposure to financial controlling and budgeting processes within a major international company.
·  The opportunity to develop a deep understanding of corporate finance.
·  Mentorship from senior finance professionals, including Financial Managers.
·  A potential pathway to full-time employment upon successful completion of the internship.

BU: Division Eau - Eau Europe & Asie Centrale (excepté France)

CATEGORY: OET : Ouvriers, Employés et Techniciens