Accounting Internship (Maranello)

Ferrari has a most desirable track record, in F1 and Endurance Racing, for built-to-order Sports cars with Desing R&D, Production and commercial activities, as well as in LifeStyle and Fashion activities. And delivers record business results and confirmed one of the “World’s most powerful brands”. 

Above all Ferrari is an international team (with 60+ nationalities) working with the highest level of professionalism and dedication, based on performance, meritocracy and continuous development, with innovation at the heart of our future.

We are looking for a dedicated intern in our Accounting team, with contributing to the accurate and timely preparation of periodic and annual financial information in compliance with applicable standards, with Group procedures and internal controls.
The intern also contributes to the continuous improvement and digital transformation of Finance processes. 

You will cooperate in different activities, including: 
•    Participate in general accounting activities and maintain accurate accounting records, including ledgers, journals, receipts and invoices;
•    Help in month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals, cut-off checks, account reconciliations and accounting analyses;
•    Prepare reconciliations, supporting documentation and analyses for financial reporting and statutory accounts;
•    Assist in application of Italian GAAP (OIC), IFRS and Group accounting procedures;
•    Take part in credit risk analysis and activities related to the provision for doubtful accounts;
•    Be involved in monitoring foreign subsidiaries on accounting and financial reporting matters - if needed;
•    Liaise with the administrative service provider, supporting operational activities and preparing KPI reports;
•    Cooperate with internal and external auditors;
•    Contribute in Finance transformation initiatives aimed at automating accounting and invoice processing and optimizing Accounts Payable processes, leveraging process mining, Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). 

Required profile

For this fundamental role in managing the Maintenance activities, we are ideally looking for a recent Master graduate or current Master student (eligible for internship) in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
You will not only have a passion for automotive and innovative solutions, but also already gained first work-experience through internships or projects (in automotive or luxury sectors) that allow you to understand business complexities and help you to develop your personal and communicative skills.

In Ferrari you must exhibit the capability to think analytically, target-oriented and structured. You need to demonstrate strong communication skills (such as the ability to listen as well as in-depth reasoning). You will be expected to work independently as well as integrate as part of a team. We require attention to the detail and awareness of the responsibility that comes with your role. You are motivated to adapt to and learn from the company culture. It goes without saying that you relish a challenge.

The effective completion of your daily tasks requires you to be a proficient user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook). 
Fluent English is required. 
Good knowledge of general accounting principles, including Italian GAAP (OIC) and/ or IFRS is appreciated.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location: Maranello, Italy
Seniority: Internship
Ferrari offers: Monthly allowance and daily complimentary access to company restaurant.