Financial Accountant Intern

Description The Estée Lauder Companies is currently recruiting for a Finance Intern on a 13-month placement opportunity to join an experienced and committed Finance team at Whitman Laboratories, a manufacturing site responsible for producing around a fifth of Estée Lauder’s global sales output.

The Finance Intern will provide support across a broad range of finance activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Working collaboratively with members of the Finance team, the role will support key activities linked to financial reporting, month-end processes and the day-to-day operation of the Finance function.

This position offers the successful candidate exposure to a broad spectrum of Finance, including Financial Accounting, Operations Finance, Fixed Assets and Cost Accounting, providing a valuable opportunity to develop an understanding of how Finance supports manufacturing performance and wider business decision-making.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Support the Finance team with activities linked to the monthly reporting and month-end close process. Assist with the preparation and distribution of finance reports, supporting schedules and other financial information. Complete basic reconciliations and data checks, helping to ensure financial information is complete and consistent. Support the monitoring and reporting of departmental expenses, overheads and accruals. Gain exposure to Fixed Assets and capital expenditure reporting and provide administrative support where required. Support Operations Finance activities and gain an understanding of manufacturing performance and financial reporting. Gain exposure to Cost Accounting, including production volumes, manufacturing costs, labour information and variances. Assist with reviewing differences between actual results, budgets and estimates, with support and guidance from the wider Finance team. Support general Finance administration, including maintaining documentation, updating spreadsheets and filing supporting information. Contribute to Finance projects and process improvement activities to support the continued development and efficiency of the function. Gain practical, hands-on Finance experience through a range of activities tailored to business needs and individual development, with support and guidance from the wider Finance team.

Qualifications

Currently studying towards a relevant degree, ideally in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related discipline. Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and meet deadlines. A proactive approach to learning, with an interest in developing an understanding of Finance within a manufacturing environment.