Finance & Controlling Intern

Henkel Jebel Ali FZCO; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Wellbeing programs

Parental leave

Canteen subsidy

Mental Health Programs

Job summary

Henkel Internal Audit in South Africa, Johannesburg-Bedfordview, is seeking a Finance Internal Audit professional. You will assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing procedures and support budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.

The role involves aiding in audits, cost analyses, and process improvements, with a hybrid work model and opportunities for growth within a global company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• Advanced Excel skills are essential.
• Power BI experience is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of SAP is a plus.
• Strong MS Office skills are expected.
• Solid analytical abilities with financial acumen.
• High attention to detail and collaborative mindset.
• Eagerness to learn with a proactive approach.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing procedures
• Contribute to the preparation and review of monthly and quarterly financial performance reports
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes
• Provide support during the financial year-end audit
• Conduct ad hoc and recurring financial and business analyses
• Assist with special projects, such as deep dives into cost lines or process-specific analyses
• Support finance team initiatives focused on process improvements and automation
• Support accounts receivable processes and assist with credit management activities

Skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

Finance Internal Audit South Africa, Johannesburg-Bedfordview, Gauteng Full Time Limited

Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing procedures

What you´ll do

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing procedures
• Contribute to the preparation and review of monthly and quarterly financial performance reports
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes
• Provide support during the financial year-end audit
• Conduct ad hoc and recurring financial and business analyses
• Assist with special projects, such as deep dives into cost lines or process-specific analyses
• Support finance team initiatives focused on process improvements and automation
• Support accounts receivable processes and assist with credit management activities

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
• Hands-on experience with Power BI is highly desirable
• Working knowledge of SAP is a plus.
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Strong analytical skills with an understanding of business and financial concepts
• High attention to detail, with a collaborative and customer-focused mindset
• Eagerness to learn, with a proactive and flexible approach to work
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Subsidised canteen
• Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programmes

• JOB ID:26101524
• Job Locations:South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg-Bedfordview

Application Deadline: As long as the vacancy is listed on our Career Site, we are happy to receive your application

How is work at Henkel

About Henkel

Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.

The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?

Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.

Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?

Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.

Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?

Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.

Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?

Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here .

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