Internship - Accountant with Italian (6 months)

As an Internship - Accountant with Italian at Coface, you'll engage in various accounting activities, including performing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) payments and reconciliations, posting bank statements, and maintaining accuracy in operational processes. You'll also participate in the creation and update of Finance Standard Operating Procedures and contribute to cross-functional meetings, facilitating a deeper understanding of the accounting function within an international context.

Coface seeks candidates for the Internship - Accountant with Italian position who have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business or Accounting. A first experience in an accounting department, good knowledge of accounting processes, and fluency in Italian and English are essential. Familiarity with SAP S4/Hana and knowledge of local GAAP are advantageous, but not compulsory.

During your Internship - Accountant with Italian at Coface, you'll enhance vital skills such as communication, organization, and multitasking as you manage various deadlines. You will gain practical knowledge of accounting processes, improve your analytical skills through reconciliations, and learn to navigate commercial finance topics on an international level.

Absolutely! The Internship - Accountant with Italian at Coface is designed to provide you with hands-on experience and mentorship. By excelling in your role and demonstrating your potential, you could open doors to future career opportunities within Coface, enabling you to continue your professional journey in a thriving environment.

At Coface's Bucharest Shared Services Center, you'll find a supportive and dynamic work environment. Our mentoring program ensures that you feel comfortable integrating into the team, while our hybrid work model promotes flexibility, allowing you to engage effectively in your work-life balance while still being a valued part of the team.

In preparation for the interview, discuss the basic functions of Accounts Receivable, which include tracking money owed to the company and ensuring timely payments, alongside Accounts Payable, where you manage the outgoing payments to suppliers and service providers. Use real-life examples to showcase your understanding.

Demonstrate your ability to prioritize by explaining your method, such as using a task management tool or listing out tasks by urgency and importance. Share a specific experience where you successfully managed competing deadlines.

Mention any accounting software you have used, such as SAP S4/Hana or other ERP systems. If you have no direct experience, express your eagerness to learn new systems and provide examples of how you quickly adapt to new software in past roles or academic settings.

In answering this question, walk the interviewer through your analytical process. Discuss how you identified the data, methods used for analysis, and what insights you derived from it. Emphasizing your logical reasoning and attention to detail will impress the panel.

Describe your attention to detail and the methods you use to ensure accuracy, such as double-checking figures, maintaining organized documentation, and utilizing checklists. Provide a specific example of when your diligence prevented a mistake.

Emphasize the importance of collaboration in achieving financial accuracy and efficiency. Share an example where effective teamwork led to successful outcomes in projects, highlighting your ability to communicate and share responsibilities.

Illustrate your commitment to continuous learning by mentioning resources such as professional accounting journals, webinars, or relevant associations. Mention any specific instances where you proactively learned about a change and applied it.

Explain the reconciliation process step by step, starting with gathering the statements and records, identifying discrepancies, and making necessary adjustments. Share an experience if applicable to show practical familiarity with this crucial financial task.

Share a specific challenge you faced, such as a discrepancy in financial records, and detail the steps you took to investigate and resolve the issue. This showcases your problem-solving abilities and critical thinking.

Communicate your enthusiasm for Coface’s reputation in the finance industry and your desire to gain practical experience in a collaborative environment. Express how this internship aligns with your career goals and how you hope to contribute to the team's success.