Intern - Supply Chain Finance (Accounting)

Ecolab is a global leader in water, hygiene, and energy technologies, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that make a positive impact worldwide. With operations spanning across 170 countries, Ecolab is committed to sustainability, innovation, and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. 

There are over 500 of us in our Krakow business center, where we highly specialize in finance, supply chain, accounting, controlling and regulatory. We’re always looking for new talent to join our team. When you come to work at Ecolab, you get to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges and have the opportunity to learn and grow, shape your career, make an impact and quickly see the importance of your work. 

Right now, we are looking for a motivated Accounting & Audit Compliance Intern to support the Supply Chain Finance team. This role provides hands-on experience in financial accounting, internal controls, and audit processes, with exposure to both operational and compliance activities.

The intern will work closely with Accounting, Controlling, and Audit teams to support financial integrity, SOX compliance, and process standardization, contributing to Ecolab’s global finance and supply chain operations.

What You Will do:

• Audit & Compliance Support: assisting in preparation of audit documentation and schedules, supporting of SOX controls testing and documentation, tracking of audit findings and remediation actions.
• Accounting & Month-End Activities: supporting month-end close processes and close collaboration with Accounting & Controlling teams.
• Process Improvement & Digitalization: supporting initiatives to simplify and standardize finance processes as well as contribute to automation and reporting improvement initiatives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: working with various teams - Accounting (ACE Team) and RTR Team in Pune, Plant Controlling, Logistics / Procurement Finance, Audit & Compliance.

What You Will Need:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in: Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or similar (valid student status at least for the next 6 months).
• Analytical mindset and  a strong interest in accounting, audit, and compliance.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Tools as well as exposure to SAP, Power BI etc.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive, willing to learn and take ownership.
• Ability to work in a multinational, cross-functional environment.
• Fluent English.
• Availability at min. 30 hours per week.

What’s in it For You:

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary (Base pay & Variable Plan) and benefits package (private medical care, life insurance, stock purchase, lunch subsidy, sport cards).
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements with hybrid model of work (approx. 60% from the office and 40% from home).
• Matrix Organization: Thrive in our matrix organization, working across Europe with various teams and cultural backgrounds.
• Collaborative Environment: Strong teamwork and diverse interactions.
• Development Opportunities: Personalized plans with rapid progression.
• Versatile Career Paths: Professional growth supported by active committee for different career levels.
• Supportive Culture: High employee satisfaction and responsive feedback.
• Learning and Innovation: Continuous learning and technical training incl. subject matter experts’ trainings, soft skills and management trainings and LinkedIn learning.
• Relocation Support: Assistance for international candidates and candidates living outside of Krakow.
• Social events such as family events and charity auctions.
• Comfortable working environment (Library, relaxation area, casual dress code).
• Parking space for cars and bikes.

About Ecolab: 

At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world.

Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world. 

Ecolab’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) reflects our longstanding value of working together to integrate diverse perspectives to challenge ourselves, reach our goals and do what’s right. 

Apply today and join one of the most ethical companies with over a hundred years of history. 

Join Ecolab and help us protect what’s vital.  
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