Trainee, Direct Tax (hourly employee)

Neste; Espoo; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym in Espoo

Occupational health services

Job summary

Neste is seeking a Trainee, Direct Tax (hourly employee) for a spring 2027 traineeship in Espoo, Finland. You will support the Direct Tax team across income tax, tax accounting, and compliance, with on-site work and flexible hours to fit your studies.

The role emphasizes collaboration with senior colleagues, opportunities to learn Pillar 2 filings, and potential continuation as a full-time trainee into summer 2027.

Qualifications

• Currently studying or has studied Economics and Business Administration, Law, or similar field.
• Strong communication skills in Finnish and English.

Responsibilities

• Support the Direct Tax team in income tax, tax accounting and tax compliance.
• Coordinate income tax and property tax matters, incl. tax calculations and filings.
• Assist in Pillar 2 filings and calculations.

Skills

Finnish language

English language

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Economics and Business Administration

Accounting and Taxation

Tools

Excel

Job description

Trainee, Direct Tax (hourly employee)

Location: Espoo, FI

Country/Region: FI

Job Area: Finance

Business Unit: Group Control

Are you looking for a career in an inspiring, global environment where your expertise makes a difference? At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel.
We are looking for you, Trainee, Direct Tax (hourly employee)
to our Group Tax&Customs team in Espoo, Finland for a traineeship in the spring 2027. Join us and grow your career! You'll have the opportunity to innovate, contribute your ideas, and play a meaningful role within our company. We're committed to providing you with proper onboarding, guidance, and the support you need to succeed and build your future with us.

Your role

As a Trainee, Direct Tax, you will support the Direct Tax team in various tax matters mainly in the fields of income tax, tax accounting and tax compliance. Your main tasks will focus on coordinating income tax and property tax matters, including tax accounting and compliance, preparing and reviewing tax calculations, handling tax compliance, filings and archiving of tax returns, and assisting in Pillar 2 filings and calculations.

The job is located in Keilaranta, Espoo, with excellent transport connections. The trainee position is fixed for 1.1. - 30.4.2027with a potential possibility to continue in summer 2027 as a full time trainee. The working hours can be arranged flexibly with your studies, and typically our trainees work 2-3 days per week. We work more than half of our working time on-site at the office to ensure seamless collaboration and sense of belonging.

The best combination to succeed in this role

• You are currently studying or have studied Economics and Business Administration, Law, or a similar, relevant field. Studies especially in Accounting and Taxation are considered an asset.
• Excellent communication skills in Finnish and English
• Interest in taxation and motivation to learn and deepen your knowledge in income tax, tax accounting, international taxation and property tax.
• Some experience of corresponding tasks. Experience in the field of taxation is considered an advantage, especially in the field of corporate taxation.
• Systematic, analytical, and proactive working style with an eye for detail, combining the ability to work independently with support from senior colleagues, as well as a flexible and positive attitude.
• General fluency with IT systems and tools, especially with Excel, along with a strong interest and motivation to learn and apply AI.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to get acquainted with the versatile tasks of the Tax&Customs function of a listed company operating in an international business environment
• Comprehensive induction and training, opportunity to develop as a tax expert and gain valuable hands-on work experience from tax reporting and compliance tasks
• Neste Tax&Customs trainees are valued and integral members of their team. It is also important for us that your traineeship will support you in your studies and contribute to your future career.
• Flexible working hours and possibility to work partly remotely
• Access to our on-site gym located in Espoo, giving you the opportunity to stay active and energized
• Occupational health services and a leisure accident insurance