Internship - Finance (m/f/d)

Location

Herzogenaurach | Germany

Job description

Step into the dynamic world of sports with an internship in Finance at our Headquarter in Herzogenaurach! Applicants are considered for the Finance intern roles in our global HQ.

You may find yourself contributing to various areas such as Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Controlling, Corporate Accounting, Global Business Services Finance or Wholesale Performance Management. From working on financial statements and reports, to KPI, performance and risk analyses and engaging in strategic or transformation / digitalization projects, there will be many opportunities for you to explore your passion for numbers and analytical thinking. 
Your collaborative spirit will shine as you build cross-functional relationships with business stakeholders. Take the opportunity to have an impact through improvement suggestions and enthusiasm for innovative ideas!

Whether you're supporting the development and enhancement of financial reports and dashboards, GBS services, or assist in preparing financial reporting and communication to internal stakeholders, senior leadership and / or external audiences, your role will be integral in shaping the success of our brand in the dynamic world of sports. 

Join us in driving excellence and innovation!

GROW YOUR CAPABILITIES THROUGH MEANINGFUL TASKS & PROJECTS 

• Financial Analysis and Reporting Support:
  - Perform financial analyses for strategic decision-making.
  - Prepare reports on business plans, budgets, performance, and forecasts.
  - Develop tools and dashboards to improve processes and insights availability.
  - Assist in creating internal and external financial reporting / statements.

• Business Partnering and Decision Support:
  - Provide insights for Business Partners and / or Senior Management.
  - Enable fact-based decision-making process by defining, analyzing, and creating transparency on KPIs.
  - Identify risks and opportunities and derive recommended action steps for stakeholders.
  - Develop and implement communication packages to present results, recommendations, and solutions.

• Corporate Accounting:
  - Assist in monthly and quarterly financial closures and preparation of financial statements of adidas (e.g. checking of the financial submissions of adidas' worldwide subsidiaries; assist in performing consolidation tasks)
  - Perform financial analysis of balance sheet. 
  - Support in the preparation of internal and external financial reporting of adidas results

• Project Management and Transformation Support:
  - Support execution of selected projects with strategic, transformation or digitalization projects within your team area and/or cross-functionally
  - Plan, monitor, and report project-related activities and prepare comprehensive communication to (senior) stakeholders.

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A MATCH

• Student of Business Administration, Economics, or Finance with a focus on Finance, Controlling, Accounting or related fields.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken), German proficiency is a plus.
• Strong MS Office skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Knowledge of Alteryx, MicroStrategy and Power BI is beneficial.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to grasp tasks quickly.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• For Corporate Accounting: Familiarity with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is a plus.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Employee discounts on products
• Chances to attend and take part in on campus events and sponsored adidas events/games
• Structured training and development, access to LinkedIn Learning, Language Training and adidas Learning Portal
• Possibility to join our mentorship program, networking opportunities or employee resource groups
• International intern community and work environment
• Regular development conversations as part of your role
• Inspiring campus with canteens, cafes, reflection rooms and sport facilities including an on-site gym (25€/month) and many more sports facilities
• Company sports program including classes and events focusing on sports and mental health
• Flexible and agile working arrangements (40% home office possible)
• Monthly gross allowance: non-compulsory internship 2.098,00€, compulsory internship 1.590,00 € (Difference due to different taxation, net will be the same)

ELIGIBILITY 

• Enrolled as full-time student for the complete duration of the internship 
• Or in the so-called gap year between Bachelor and Master’s degree (gap year regulation only applicable to EU citizens due to working permit regulations)
• Candidates in penultimate year of study preferred (following the internship, students should have maximum one year to graduate)
• Availability for the full duration of the internship from September 2024 - March 2025
• Ability to relocate to Herzogenaurach in Germany for the full duration of the internship

KEY FACTS

• Application Deadline: March 15th, 2024, 11:59 PM CET
• Start Dates: September 16th, 2024
• Duration: 6 months
• Location: adidas Headquarters in Herzogenaurach (near Nuremberg)

NEXT STEPS

• To apply to the role, please submit your CV. You don't have to write us a motivation letter, but if you have something to say, let us know. 
• Please apply in the same language as the job description
• If we feel like it is a match, you'll be invited to a video interview - don't worry we'll fully brief you on this. 

Make your move to the World of Sports.

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