Finance Intern/ (Account Receivable & Payable)

Hikvision is the world's largest supplier of security solutions. Hikvision is committed to serving various industries through its cutting-edge technologies of machine perception, artificial intelligence, and big data, leading the future of AIoT:

· Through comprehensive machine perception technologies, we aim to help people better connect with the world around them;

· With a wealth of intelligent products, we strive to identify diverse demands by delivering intelligence at your fingertips;

· Through innovative AIoT applications, we are dedicated to empowering every individual to enjoy a better future by building an intelligent world that is more convenient, efficient and secure.

Hikvision Europe B.V. is now looking for a Finance Intern/ Account Receivable & Payable Intern in Hoofddorp office.

Key Information:

· Start date: ASAP

· Duration: At least 5 months, longer availability is preferable

· Work location: Hoofddorp, NL

· Type: Fulltime Internship- 40 hours a week

· Peers : 5

· Report to: Finance Manager

Job Description:

Accounts receivable is a key part of a company's financial management practices. It's the vehicle businesses use to properly track and leverage payments coming into the company. Account receivable accountant has full ownership over number of entities [Hikvision Europe BV] and will be responsible for a clear understanding of all company activities and ledger. Such as Journal entries, Reconciliation, analytical reviews, audit engagements.

Account Payable accountant has full ownership over number of entities [such as Cooperatief Hikvision Europe UA, Hikvision Europe BV.] and will be responsible for a clear understanding of all company activities and ledgers. Such as OA (Office Administration) System, Journal entries, Reconciliation, analytical reviews, audit engagements.

He/she works on a regular basis with different teams in and outside of finance department, like Sales & revenue, AP and controlling [within NL and abroad]. He/she has to prioritize own workload and work with the team in order to deliver against ambitious deadlines.

Responsibilities:

· Account receivable

o maintain up-to-date billing system

o generate and send out invoices

o follow up on, collect and allocate payments

o carry out billing, collection and reporting activities according to specific deadlines

o perform account reconciliations

o monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities

o research and resolve payment discrepancies

o generate age/overdue analysis

o review AR aging to ensure compliance

o maintain accounts receivable customer files and records

o follow established procedures for processing receipts, cash etc

o investigate and resolve customer queries

o process adjustments

o calculate rebates provision

o communicate with customers via phone, email, mail or personally

o assist with month-end closing and annual audit

o collect data and prepare monthly metrics

o Participate to implementation of AR related projects (clearing automation solution)

· Account Payable

o assemble, review and verify invoices and check requests

o flag and clarify any unusual or questionable invoice items or prices

o sort, code and match invoices

o set invoices up for payment

o enter and upload invoices into system ( SAP as well as PO system and Vendor Payment system)

o track expenses and process expense reports

o prepare and perform check runs

o post transactions to journals, ledgers and other records

o reconcile accounts payable transactions

o prepare analysis of accounts

o monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date

o research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues

o maintain vendor ( Master data)

o correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries

o produce monthly reports

o assist with month-end closing and annual audit

o maintain accurate historical records

o maintain confidentiality of organizational information

o Participate to implementation of AP related projects ( such as BPM and Purchase Order)

Who are we looking for:

· WO/HBO Bachelor’s or Master’s student (Finance, Accountancy, Business Administration preferred)

· Dutch and/or Chinese language skills (preferred)

· Excellent communication Skills in English ( verbal and written) ability to use English as the main working language

· Being able to cope with a dynamic and changing environment

· Have Can- do mentality

· Strong team player/team oriented person

· Critical and able to deal with complex accounting reconciliations

· Strong analytical, communication and coordination skills

· Enthusiastic, Proactive and full of initiatives

· Being able to prioritize

· Accurate and analytical, responsible and take ownership

· Be flexible and commercially minded

· Good knowledge of analysing risks and a logic thinker

· Stress tolerated personality

· Have sense of urgency

· Customer service oriented

What do we offer:

- Relevant Experience

• Hands-on exposure to real-world financial operations in a large international company
• Working with Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes
• Learning how invoices are processed, tracked, and reported
• Assisting with reconciliations and month-end closing procedures
• Exposure to accounting software (e.g., SAP)

- Learning & Mentorship

• Learn and understand the why behind the financial transactions
• Short onboarding sessions on how AP/AR fits into the company’s financial picture
• A mentor assigned for your questions
• Weekly or bi-weekly check-ins for feedback and Q&A.

- Career Development

• International working environment with a fast-growing and dynamic teams
• Opportunities to boost your resume
• A certificate of internship completion
• A recommendation letter or LinkedIn endorsement
• A chance at a future part-time or full-time role if performance is good
• Participation in relevant internal meetings and finance team huddles
• Bright and spacious offices in Hoofddorp (shuttle bus from Hoofddorp train station to the office provided).
• International working environment with a fast-growing and dynamic teams.
• Exposure to other finance modules in a large international company.
• Internship allowance and travel allowance.