Regional Finance Intern, APAC

Our Company
Based in Zurich, Switzerland, The Adecco Group is the world’s leading HR solutions partner. Each day, we provide over 700,000 people with permanent and flexible employment across 60 countries, supported by 34,000 employees and advanced technology. From talent solutions to workforce transformation, we help more than 100,000 organisations adapt to the changing world of work.

Job Description

In the role of Finance Intern, you will support the APAC regional finance team in everyday operations as well as in strategic initiatives. Key responsibilities include:

Management Reporting

• Create recurring management reports, including weekly performance updates and financial dashboards, to share insights into key performance indicators.
• Support analysis of trends and variances in the reporting to enable effective decision-making.
  

Monthly Closing Process Support

• Work with the finance team to maintain accuracy and timely completion of monthly financial closing activities.
• Assist with account reconciliations, review of journal entries, and preparation of documentation required for audits.
  

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Perform detailed financial analysis, including gross margin deep dives and variance analysis.
• Help develop forecasts and budgets for the APAC region.

Competitor Intelligence and Benchmarking

• Study and evaluate competitor information to generate practical insights into market positioning.
• Support the creation of benchmarking reports comparing financial metrics and operational efficiencies.

Process Optimization and Automation

• Participate in efforts to improve finance processes, including automating reporting and enhancing data visualisation.
• Propose new ideas to strengthen current workflows and systems.

Job Requirement

We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic candidates with the following qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related fields. Data Analysis majors with an interest in finance are also welcome.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with a focus on Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and basic formulas) and PowerPoint. Experience with financial software or tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SAP) is a plus.

• Outstanding attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in both numerical and written work.

• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively to meet multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with regional teams.

• A proactive, curious mindset, along with a willingness to learn and help drive team objectives.

• Interest in the APAC market and global finance trends will be considered an advantage

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