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2025 Summer Finance Intern Canada

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Unilever

3d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Toronto

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing a Business Administration degree in finance/accounting, have Excel and PowerPoint proficiency, strong interpersonal skills, and ideally some CPG experience and SAP knowledge.
  • You will support P&L analysis, manage trade spend, ensure data accuracy, assist with forecasting, and collaborate across teams on treasury and benefits accounting tasks.

Requirements

  • The successful candidate should be working towards completion of a Business Administration degree with a specialization in finance/accounting and an interest to pursue a career in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry.
  • We seek individuals who are dedicated, mature, outgoing and thrive in a team environment.
  • Superior proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is required; along with an overall level of expertise in PC/MS Office environments.
  • The successful candidates will be results-oriented with demonstrated initiative and drive.
  • They will possess excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical skills with a sound knowledge of accounting principles.
  • Prior relevant work experience with a CPG company and working knowledge of SAP is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Support the monthly P&L Ecomm trade rate process
  • Prepare and maintain customer P&L files with analysis
  • Consolidate and perform monthly analysis on customer trade spend
  • Perform monthly Masterdata analysis and checks to ensure accuracy
  • Liaison with various account teams to understand invalid status and provide commentary/insights to team
  • Analyze monthly payments due and communicate updates to Key Account Managers (KAMs) for specific customer accounts
  • Complete Stats Canada reports
  • Assist with required SAP Business Intelligence (BI) data pulls for different Customer P&Ls
  • Support the monthly business rhythm (S&OP), month end processes and Global forecasting submissions for all Business Units
  • Assist in Forecast and S&OP P&L consolidation and variance analysis
  • Own Market Share projection reports and work with stakeholders
  • Assist in improving current tools and processes for Management Report and P&L analysis
  • Ad hoc support to the team to create efficiencies through technology or process revamps
  • Liaison with cross-functional teams to support our Monthly Performance and KPI tracker
  • This is a hybrid role of both treasury and SP&D (special packs and displayers)
  • Front-line support on the Canada Treasury and day to day banking operations
  • Business partnering and decision support to Canada Benefits on pension, retirement, health care and other benefits accounting and reporting and month end close processes
  • Remit payments on time for employee pension contributions, employer calculations & contributions and Pension cross charge to Northern Trust
  • Support on Benefits and Pension annual budget
  • Support on Treasury, Benefits and pension account reconciliation
  • Assist Finance Excellence Team with special pack & displayer financial evaluations, while business partnering with In-store Visibility teams for key inputs

FAQs

What positions are available for the Finance Internship?

There are three positions available: Finance Excellence Team (FET) S&OP, Customer Development (CD) Finance, and Treasury Corporate Services and Special Packs & Displayers.

What is the purpose of the Finance Internship Program?

The purpose of the Internship Program is to introduce students to Unilever through a challenging and rewarding experience, allowing them to contribute to business goals and gain exposure to various projects.

What qualifications are required for applicants?

Applicants should be working towards a Business Administration degree with a specialization in finance/accounting, and have a strong interest in pursuing a career in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry.

What skills are necessary to succeed in this internship?

Success in this internship requires superior proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, analytical abilities, and a sound knowledge of accounting principles.

Is prior work experience in a CPG company required?

While prior relevant work experience with a CPG company is considered an asset, it is not explicitly required.

What type of work will interns be involved with?

Interns will be involved in tasks such as supporting financial processes, performing analysis on customer spend, assisting with P&L consolidation, and engaging in various projects to drive efficiencies.

Will interns have the opportunity to work with other teams?

Yes, interns will liaise with cross-functional teams and various account teams to support processes and improve results.

What can interns expect in terms of company culture?

Interns can expect a culture that promotes growth, diversity, sustainability, and a strong commitment to employee health and well-being.

Are there opportunities for career development at Unilever?

Yes, Unilever offers world-class career development programs and the opportunity to work within a purpose-driven sustainable business.

Is this internship paid?

The job description does not explicitly mention if the internship is paid, so applicants may need to inquire directly for clarification.

What is the application process for the internship?

The specific application process is not detailed in the job description; interested candidates should visit the Unilever careers page or contact HR for more information.

Does Unilever have a commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Unilever is committed to diversity and inclusion, aiming to drive business results and create a better future for all its employees and communities.

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