Accountant Trainee

Hempel (USA), Inc.; Województwo pomorskie; Hybrid; PLN 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship with potential for the

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working model

Welcoming team environment

Professional development access

Job summary

Hempel invites a detail-oriented student to join our accounting and finance team in Gdańsk as an Accountant Trainee. You will gain hands-on experience, develop practical accounting skills, and collaborate with experienced professionals in an international environment.

In this role you will process manual payments, verify bank statements, support month-end closing, and assist with invoice processing and vendor documentation.

Qualifications

• Be a student interested in starting a career in accounting or finance.
• Available to work approximately 30 hours per week.
• Have communicative English and Polish language skills.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, initiative, and willingness to take on new challenges.
• Have strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Possess a good working knowledge of Excel.
• Be eager to learn, grow, and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Process manual payments in line with established procedures.
• Verify and reconcile bank statements.
• Process payments and enter them into banking platforms.
• Support the team with invoice processing, financial statements, and vendor documentation.
• Work with Excel and financial tools on a daily basis.
• Assist Accountants during month-end closing activities.
• Monitor the team mailbox, handle assigned tasks, and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

English & Polish communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

Ready to start your career in finance and accounting? If you're a student eager to gain hands‑on experience and grow in an international environment, Hempel could be the place for you!

Are You Ready to Achieve Your Full Potential?

If you are a detail-oriented and motivated student who enjoys working with numbers, takes ownership of tasks, and is eager to learn and grow in the world of finance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. As an Accountant Trainee, you will gain valuable hands‑on experience, develop practical accounting skills, and work closely with experienced professionals in an international environment.

In this role, you will:

• - Process manual payments in line with established procedures,
• - Verify and reconcile bank statements,
• - Process payments and enter them into banking platforms,
• - Support the team with invoice processing, financial statements, and vendor documentation,
• - Work with Excel and financial tools on a daily basis,
• - Assist Accountants during month-end closing activities,
• - Monitor the team mailbox, handle assigned tasks, and maintain accurate documentation.

Do You Want to Be Part of a Global Team Where Collaboration Drives Success?

We are looking for a proactive and positive team player who is eager to start a career in accounting and develop professionally in an international environment. If you enjoy working with numbers, pay close attention to detail, and are ready to learn from experienced colleagues, this opportunity could be a great fit for you.

To succeed in this role, you should:

• - Be a student interested in starting a career in accounting or finance,
• - Be available to work approximately 30 hours per week,
• - Have communicative English and Polish language skills,
• - Demonstrate a positive attitude, initiative, and willingness to take on new challenges,
• - Have strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively,
• - Possess a good working knowledge of Excel,
• - Be eager to learn, grow, and develop new skills.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out?

This role is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in accounting, develop valuable professional skills, and take the first step toward a successful career in finance.

We offer:

• - A paid internship with the possibility of continued employment after the internship period,
• - Flexible working hours to help you balance your studies and professional responsibilities,
• - A hybrid working model, combining remote work with time spent in our Gdańsk office,
• - A welcoming and supportive team environment where collaboration and knowledge sharing are part of everyday work,
• - Opportunities for professional development, including access to learning platforms and training resources.

Do You See Yourself in This Role?

Application due
2026-10-16
Seniority Level
Internship
Job Functions
Accounting / Auditing
Industry

Chemicals

At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players.Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return,you will enjoy great opportunities ...

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.