Finance Intern in EMEA Operations Team - 12 months Career Starter Program

Team: GFS EMEA Operations

Do you have passion for finance and would like to develop your career in a global department? Would you like to work in the company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

The Career Starter Program in Finance at AstraZeneca is aimed at graduates and students of the last years of universities who want to use the knowledge gained during their studies in practice. This is an opportunity to raise your professional qualifications in one of the most innovative global biotechnology companies.  

Join a vibrant and dynamic team with the passion and drive to push the boundaries of science! 

Global Finance Services(GFS) is at the heart of the AZ Finance function. We are accountable to the AZ Group for the design and delivery of high quality, simple to operate transactional finance processes which, combined with exceptional business analysis and insight, enable our customers to focus on AZ’s strategic priorities.

About the Team:

Finance planning & analysis as well as controlling activities for the wide scope of the Operations/Manufacturing sites of Astra Zeneca.

Your core accountabilities will include:

Participation in month end closing activities:

• Maintaining data flow between financial systems,
• Ensuring system integrity and data reconciliation,
• Preparation of monthly reports,
• Execution of financial controls,

Master data management:

• SAP hierarchy and cost center maintenance, systems mapping coordination,
• Assistance in the forecasting cycle,
• Verification and improvement of current processes

Essential for the role:

• Creativity and solution oriented approach,

• Advanced computer skills (especially MS Excel and PowerPoint),

• Very good command of English in writing and speaking,

• Ability to learn fast and work well in the team

The internship will last 12 months.

Please remember that we work in a hybrid scheme, be prepared to work partially office based (minimum 3 days per week).

Don’t miss your opportunity! We are waiting for you! 

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.