Finance Intern

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This position reports to:

Finance Manager

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Your role and responsibilities:

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support key finance activities while gaining hands-on experience in a global technology and industrial company. Each day, you will contribute to business operations by working closely with finance professionals and business stakeholders, helping to drive data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.

The work model for the role is: hybrid

This role is contributing to the Finance Team in the Distribution Solution in Electrification Business Area.

This internship will be based in Zurich, with a start date of August 2026 and a duration of 6 or 7 months.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Supporting the implementation and rollout of the new SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) 5QRF reporting environment, including testing, validation, documentation, and user support activities.

• Assisting with the preparation and coordination of the Annual Planning Process (APP) by supporting data collection, analysis, reporting, and planning activities across global business units.

• Participating in the testing, validation, and continuous improvement of new CFIN reports and dashboards, helping to ensure data accuracy and reporting effectiveness.

• Supporting CFIN master data management activities, including master data setup, harmonization, and cleanup initiatives to improve data quality and reporting consistency.

• Contributing to the Clean Sales Order Project by assisting with data quality analysis, root-cause investigations, KPI tracking, and process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing order data quality and governance.

• Collaborating with various stakeholders across multiple countries on assignments with clearly defined KPIs, gaining exposure to diverse business processes and intercultural teamwork.

• Delivering assigned tasks and projects within the internship period while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the finance organization.

• Participating in formal training programs and development activities to strengthen finance, analytical, digital, and leadership skills

Qualifications for the role:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Strong interest in corporate finance, financial analysis, controlling, and business performance management.

• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with large sets of data.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with Power BI, SAP, or other financial reporting and analytics tools is an advantage.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Passionate about learning, continuous improvement, and working in a multicultural environment.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present information clearly and effectively.

More about us:

ABB's Distribution Solutions division provides medium voltage components, switchgear, and solutions that connect and protect the evolving electrical grid, ensuring reliable and predictable energy distribution. We link high-voltage systems to medium and low-voltage consumers, ensuring continuous power delivery to industrial, commercial, and residential users while enabling the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid. Our smart solutions, powered by AI, enhance grid resilience and optimize the usage of the electrical system.

We support our customers and partners in staying ahead of increasing electrification needs, technology, and regulatory changes, providing the power to adapt to a rapidly evolving energy landscape.

At ELDS Finance team we act as business partners providing strategic and effective financial planning to ensure profitable growth for the Division and its Business Lines. We strive to be the best Finance team with fit-for-purpose processes and systems, enabling ABB to create superior value.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.