Working Student – Finance / General Ledger / Intercompany Operations (all genders)
Zalando · Berlin
About Zalando
Zalando is Europe’s leading online platform for fashion and lifestyle. As a company that connects customers, brands, and partners across europe, our physical footprint is vast and ever-evolving.
From our state-of-the-art tech hubs and corporate headquarters in Berlin to our expansive logistics network, our environments directly impact our efficiency and culture.
We are looking for a working student that would support several intercompany transactions and processes.
Are you currently studying finance or business administration with a strong passion for accounting? Join our finance team as a working student and gain hands-on experience in general ledger accounting, with a specific focus on our global intercompany operations.
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
- Support Month-End Closing: Take an active role in the month-end closing process, specifically handling intercompany billing and reconciliation.
- Master Data Management: Assist in creating and maintaining IC master data to ensure seamless processes across entities.
- ERP & Systems Experience: Gain valuable, practical experience working directly in SAP S/4HANA, our central financial ERP system.
- Join Initial Projects: Get involved in exciting first project tasks. Analyse and understand our group-wide IC constellations and workflows.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with the General Ledger team on day-to-day accounting activities.
WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
- Education: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field with a clear focus on Accounting/Finance.
- Mindset: An open, curious, and proactive attitude with a genuine interest in corporate accounting and financial systems.
- Skills: Strong attention to detail, structured thinking, and good basic knowledge of financial accounting principles (prior exposure or interest in SAP S/4HANA is a plus!).
- Languages: Working proficiency in English (German is a plus)
Our Offer
Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.
- 27 days of holiday a year to start for full-time employees (+1 day for every calendar year up to 30 days)
- 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners
- Family support, including counselling and dedicated services for parents and carers
- Company pension scheme
- Employee shares programme
- Health and wellbeing options, including Wellhub
- Mental health support and coaching
- Development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
- 2 paid volunteering days a year
- Relocation assistance (subject to prior agreement)
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
At Zalando, our vision is to be the leading European technology platform for fashion and lifestyle – one that thrives on diversity and is truly inclusive by design. We believe that diverse teams fuel innovation and creativity, and we actively seek out talent from all backgrounds.
We actively seek to reduce bias in our hiring and employment processes, focusing on your qualifications, skills, and contributions. To support this, we kindly ask that you refrain from including personal details such as your photo, age, or marital status in your CV, ensuring a fair and equitable evaluation based solely on your abilities and potential.
We are committed to providing an exceptional and accessible candidate experience for everyone. If you require any accommodations to support you throughout the hiring process, please let us know – we are here to assist you.
Discover more about our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-culture/diversity-and-inclusion