Summer Trainee, Accounts Payable

Wärtsilä i Norge; Vaasa; On-site; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Summer Trainee for July-August to join the invoice-to-pay team in Vaasa. The role involves handling purchase invoices and collaborating with teams globally, ideal for students in relevant fields like Accounting. Join us in making a difference towards a sustainable future!

Qualifications

• Ongoing studies in a relevant field such as Accounting.
• Experience in customer-facing roles is advantageous.
• Fluent in English; additional language skills are a benefit.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming purchase invoices and resolve related issues.
• Collaborate with various Wärtsilä teams and suppliers.
• Maintain a systematic and organized workflow.

Skills

Good communication skills

Problem-solving capabilities

Customer service skills

Self-driven attitude

Education

Currently studying Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or similar

Job description

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

Wärtsilä Global Business Services (WGBS) supports the Wärtsilä companies in financial accounting and other operational tasks and acts as a gatekeeper to ensure compliance.

We are now looking for an energetic and committed student to work as a Summer Trainee for July-August, with the option to continue as an On-call Trainee after the summer, to strengthen the invoice-to-pay team located in Vaasa, Finland. You will work with Wärtsilä companies around the world and support the handling of purchase invoices and other related tasks.

The amount of salary is based on previous experience and the number of study credits.

Your Role And Responsibilities

As an Invoice to Pay Trainee your work will include handling incoming purchase invoices, solving issues, and being in contact with various Wärtsilä teams and suppliers. You’ll be working as a part of a committed and energetic Invoice-to-pay team with diverse expertise. You will not be working on this alone, even though the work requires a high level of independence, as you will have support from the team.

For us to be the best match, we expect you to have some studies in accounting and experience from working in a customer-facing role. For you to succeed in this position, we hope you have a mindset for continuous improvement and are open to learning new skills.

Requirements For The Position

• Currently studying Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or similar in Finland
• A systematic and organized way of working
• Self-driven and development-oriented attitude
• Good knowledge of English and other language skills is considered a benefit
• The right to work in Finland
  
  

To be able to succeed in the position we expect you to have:

• Positive attitude and proactive thinking
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment
• Flexibility and good team working skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Problem-solving capabilities
  
  

Why you and us?

You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an inclusive work community.

Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities – so you can develop beyond your potential.

You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important to us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

Contact & Next Steps

Even if you do not feel like you tick all the boxes listed above, please send in your application anyway! You may still be a good candidate for us. The position will be filled as soon as we find a suitable candidate, so please submit your application through our Careers portal before the application deadline of 06.07.2025. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.

In case of any questions regarding the position, please reach out to:

Niklas Åhlgren

Manager, Invoice to Pay North Europe

[e-mail]

Last application date: 06/07/2025

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.