European Accounting Intern London, England
Job description
South Pole is an energetic, global company offering comprehensive sustainability solutions and services. With offices spanning all continents across the globe, we strive to create a sustainable society and economy that positively impacts our climate, ecosystems and developing communities. With our solutions, we inspire and enable our customers to create value from sustainability-related activities.
Our Corporate Functions team is the “enablement engine” of South Pole. Behind the scenes, we provide the business with world-class solutions and best practices that sustain business growth and success. We cover key areas such as Finance, HR, Office Management, Legal, IT, Operations, etc. If you are a smart, ambitious and dynamic professional with a strong passion to make a real difference in the fight against climate change, the below position may be right for you!
Main tasks & responsibilities:
- Support for processing both the accounts receivables and accounts payables for several entities
- Performing journal processing within multiple European entities
- Assist with month-end processes
- Performing ad hoc tasks, analysis and projects as requested
- Assist with the implementation of new group policies and procedures in European entities
Requirements:
Essential -
- Eager to learn about working in accounting
- High-energy, flexible and responsive work style; ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Intermediate computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft and Google Suite and accounting software
- Passionate about working in a close and diverse team, but also independently
Desirable -
- Studying towards an ACA/ACCA qualification
- Experience working in a finance function
What we offer:
At South Pole, we care about our employees as much as we care about the planet. South Pole is not just an employer, we are a Team. South Pole does not just offer people a job, we offer you a career. By joining our team, you will find strong purpose and deep meaning in everything you do. You will have the chance to make a real difference for our clients and for the planet, working alongside a passionate team of like-minded colleagues, while building your knowledge/skills and developing your career in a fun, dynamic, international and fast-growing organisation.
We’re a planet of 7.5 billion unique and different people. We all have a contribution to make and South Pole is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status or disability. Our recruitment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
