Finance Intern (Accounting) - 12 Month Placement

The Boeing Company; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Bristol is seeking a Finance Intern to join the International Controllership Team UK & Ireland within Core Accounting. You will support UK and Ireland entities with financial accounting, controls, and reporting, while learning about different Boeing businesses.

The role offers hands-on exposure, mentorship, and the chance to pursue a professional qualification; relocation is not offered and you must have right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a finance-related degree with an estimated grade of 2:1 or above preferred.
• Ambition to study towards a professional qualification (e.g., CIMA/ACCA) after university.
• Proactive in their approach to work and eager to learn during the 12-month internship.
• Experience with basic Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel.
• Confident presenting data/information/ideas to senior Finance and other teams.
• Attention to detail and emphasis on first-time quality.

Responsibilities

• Support the Financial Accountants.
• Bank reconciliation work.
• Month end reconciliations.
• Calculating and processing journals to make accounting adjustments.
• Analysis and reporting on expenses and benefits to deliver the PSA.
• Project work as required.
• Learning about the different Boeing businesses within scope.
• Assisting on production of month end journals and financial accounting tasks.
• Presentations on financial results.
• Working on cashflow tracking to support dividend/loan decisions.
• Other admin or support activities as required.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Presenting data

Attention to detail

Proactive

Education

Finance related degree (2:1)

CIMA/ACCA in future

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

This post is for a Finance Intern to work within the Core Accounting function of the International Controllership Accounting Team in Boeing UK Ltd (BUKL) in Bristol. BUKL is a subsidiary of the Boeing Company. The principal activities of BUKL are the provision of support and services, including payroll and other administrative work to its parent Company, The Boeing Company “TBC”, incorporated in the USA, and its affiliates, together with the operation and support of the Boeing fabrication facility located in Sheffield to produce actuation system parts for the 737 and 767 airplane programmes.

The successful candidate will join the International Controllership Team UK & Ireland, responsible for supporting a number of UK and Ireland entities in respect of:

Position Responsibilities:

Financial Controllership (Core): This team manage the Financial Accounting, Financial Controls and Financial Reporting for all UK and Ireland Entities, with the exception being Northern Ireland. We also manage technical accounting changes and report to a number of external stakeholders such as HMRC/ Office for National Statistics and manage the annual audit process through to production of statutory accounts, liaising with auditors to respond to all queries during the process. The broad aspects of the role include:

• Supporting the Financial Accountants.
• Bank reconciliation work.
• Month end reconciliations.
• Calculating and processing journals to make accounting adjustments.
• Analysis and reporting on expenses and benefits to deliver the annual PSA.
• Project work as required
• Learning about the different businesses within our scope to deliver a more relevant accounting service.
• Assisting on production of month end journals and financial accounting tasks
• Presentations on financial results.
• Working on cashflow tracking to support dividend/ loan decisions.
• Any other admin or support activities as required

Within our Intern scheme you will also have the opportunity to;

• Work directly with a mentor in your field of study while finding solutions to real world problems
• Experience our products and systems up close
• Direct interaction with our company leaders
• Build a lasting professional network
• Gain the skills and knowledge to become a future leader in Boeing
• Experience multiple Boeing locations around the UK
• Work towards attaining professional qualification
• Explore a function outside of Finance

Basic Qualifications:

• Right to work in UK - We do not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Preferred qualifications:

• Working towards a Finance related degree with an estimated grade of 2:1 or above preferred.
• An ambition to study towards a professional qualification (eg CIMA/ACCA etc) subsequent to University.
• Proactive in their approach to work and an ambition to learn more/develop themselves during their 12 month internship.
• Experience with using basic Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel.
• Confident in presenting data/information/ideas to more senior members of the Finance and other functional teams.
• Attention to detail and an emphasis on first time quality.

Relocation:

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Work Authorization

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

PLEASE NOTE:

• The successful candidate will be expected to undergo an Intrusive Security Clearance Process, which will require 5 years uninterrupted residency in the UK prior to applying.
• We do not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 31, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.