Finance Intern (12 months)

Job description

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2018 it generated revenues of € 64 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world's leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.

Job Description

Start date: Jul/Aug 2020

Location: Stevenage

To stay on top, Airbus recognises the importance of supporting high-achieving and talented undergraduates. We do this through offering challenging internship opportunities during which your skills and potential are fully maximised.

Our internships give a unique insight into potential career paths within Airbus. They are designed so that you can put your theoretical knowledge into practice and gain crucial industry experience. The skills and knowledge you gain will improve your chances of a future role within the Airbus and should benefit your future studies.

This finance internship is based in Stevenage working in the finance department of the Secure Communications division of Airbus Defence and Space.

Secure Communications provides global fixed and military satellite communication services and solutions for Military, Government and Civilian organisations. This finance department oversees a wide breadth of finance activities from maintaining its purchase and sales ledgers and cash books, controlling the services of the division through margin control and in-depth analysis, infrastructure utilisation through to the preparation of monthly management accounts, VAT reports, budgeting and forecasting.

The successful candidate will therefore gain exposure to many different elements of Accounting during this 12 month internship.

Tasks:

During this internship, the activities you may undertake will include;

·  Purchase and sales ledger
·  Financial reporting
·  Management accounting

In addition, you will gain an understanding of budgets, forecasting, corporation tax and VAT.

Skills:

Please note, we love your interest in working for Airbus but we do ask that you make only one application . We encourage you to take time to decide which of our exciting opportunities is right for you and then submit an application that best represents you, your skills and experience in connection with the role you have selected.

One application : Make It Possible, Make It Happen, Make It Fly ...Count!

Our Internships are open to Undergraduates only. Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate currently studying towards a degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Mathematics or related subject.

In addition, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following;

·  An interest in pursuing a career within Accounting
·  Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Excel
·  The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
·  Good written and verbal communication skills
·  An understanding of the fundamentals of accounting is advantageous

Pease ensure that a covering letter detailing motivations and suitability for this position is included in your application.

The successful candidate will be subject to UK National Security Clearance in order to undertake related work in accordance with business needs.

Contact:

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments. Examples of this may include (but is not exclusive to) accessible facilities; additional time for written exercises; auxiliary aids; room layout; dietary requirements etc. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email interns@airbus.com . Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.