Finance Intern, SSA at DHL

In this Finance Intern, SSA position

Finance & Controlling Support


Assist in preparation and consolidation of financial reports and management insights
Work together with the Cluster Controller on various initiatives to support with business development and growth as well as with Operational Excellence
Support financial planning and analysis activities, forecasting, and performance tracking across the cluster
Support monitoring of financial performance to enhance transparency and support decision making
Assist in tracking key finance areas, including: Cash flow and treasury; Working capital and collections (OTC); Payables (PTP); RTR and intercompany topics
Support data collection, validation, and follow-ups with country finance teams


Executive & Administrative Support to SSA CFO


Prepare presentations, reports, and briefing materials for SSA CFO and leadership discussions
Coordinate meetings, agendas, and action tracking
Support structured follow-up on key topics across SSA finance teams
Assist in organizing finance reviews, governance meetings, and workshops


PMO & Project Coordination


Support tracking and coordination of finance initiatives and transformation projects
Maintain project trackers, timelines, and status updates
Follow up with stakeholders to ensure delivery against agreed actions and deadlines
Support preparation of updates to management and key stakeholders
Contribute to improving structure, organization, and discipline across ongoing initiatives


Cross-Functional & Strategy Alignment


Work closely with Strategy, Business, and other support functions
Support alignment of finance initiatives with DGF strategy and cluster priorities
Assist in preparation of materials for business reviews and strategic discussions
Support coordination across multiple stakeholders to ensure alignment and clarity


Communication & Coordination


Support communication across SSA finance teams by consolidating updates and tracking deliverables
Act as a coordination point to ensure clear follow-ups and accountability
Help improve visibility of key topics, risks, and priorities


Continuous Improvement


Support finance projects aimed at improving processes, reporting, and efficiency
Contribute ideas to enhance consistency, standardization, and digital ways of working
Assist in tracking improvements and implementation progress


Now, here is what we need from you!


Change Management: Leading and managing the process changes, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal disruption.
Collaboration: Working effectively with the teams, cross-divisional teams, and external partners to achieve common goals.
Decision Making: Analyzing the data to make informed, timely and effective decisions for optimal financial results.
Digitally Adept: Proficient in using data analytics tools, digital platforms and technologies for productive management and reporting.
Effective Communication: Conveying insights and implications clearly and concisely to the team and stakeholders.
Flexible Mindset: Stay resilient in the face of challenges and opportunities, e.g., new regulations, market conditions, organizational changes.
People Management: Build and maintain a motivated, high-performing finance team that consistently contributes to the overall success.


Basic understanding of key finance processes, including:


Controlling & Financial Planning: Budgeting, forecasting, performance tracking
RTR (Record to Report): Financial close and reporting processes
PTP (Accounts Payable): Invoice-to-payment process
OTC (Collections): Accounts receivable and collections
Cash Flow Management: Monitoring liquidity and working capital
Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
Well versed in Microsoft Teams
Interest in finance operations, controlling, and business partnering


We offer:


Opportunities in a global company where you can contribute your ideas and skills to move towards our shared goals.
Possible further career development
Competitive salary