Junior Accounting Associate (Start ASAP)

Your role

About the role

The L’Oréal USA Graduate Accounting Internship is a paid, 12-month experience where you will be fully integrated into the day-to-day activities of a team while also leading your own, individual strategic project to discover what it is truly like to develop a career at the #1 Beauty Tech company in the world. They are committed to giving their Junior Accounting Associates the space to explore, have full-time employee responsibilities, present their own insights to senior management, and become future leaders.
  
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so it is highly encouraged to apply soon. They encourage students of diverse backgrounds to apply, including, but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender expression, LGBTQ+, military status, and people with disabilities.

What you'll learn

• Prepare, summarize, and analyze information for on various subjects related to accounting and provide support with reporting on a monthly basis.
• Analyze and validate accounting information for monthly consolidated reporting to worldwide headquarters via a proprietary group reporting system.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis or various special projects as assigned (i.e., account analysis, process improvement, systems enhancement, etc.
• Assist with the implementation of various accounting projects.
• Attend project management meetings and summarize discussions to share with the Head of Accounting.
• Provide support to the accounting team.
• Other projects as assigned.

About you

Qualifications

• Must be a recent graduate within the past 12 months from an Undergraduate program in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Strong academic background evidenced by a GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Superior problem-solving, decision-making, and project management skills
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent ongoing basis without requiring sponsorship
• Excellent organizational skills, a keen eye for attention to detail, and proven ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal communication, writing, and interpersonal skills along with the ability to form strong cross-functional relationships with all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated use of analytical skills - both using tools (ex. Excel, PowerBI, etc.) and problem-solving/critical thinking skills
• Ability to synthesize information and create a clear synopsis of key issues
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks, and work independently
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, PowerBI a plus!
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with composure, as well as independently.

Skill Sets

• Strong computer Skills (Excel), experience in SAP helpful but not required
• Working knowledge of both finance and accounting
• Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently

Benefits

What's in it for you

• Hybrid Work Policy (3 Days in Office, 2 Days Work from Home) 
• Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!) 
• Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products) 
• Learning & Development Opportunities for Career Progression (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!) 
• Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads) 
• Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs  

Training & development

As an intern, you will be paired with an assigned manager and mentor who will help guide you throughout your internship. The Internship programs provide you with an orientation tailored to the length of your placement, giving you real insights into the workings of a multinational industry leader.

Career progression

L'Oréal provides exceptional candidates with opportunities to move from an intern role to full-time employment. According to a past intern, continuous contact with the recruiter, and regular feedback sessions with the internship manager were the key to transitioning from intern progressively to a current full-time position.

How to apply

• You can apply to up to three jobs within a rolling 30-day window.
• You cannot withdraw your application once you applied, so please make sure to choose a job that matches your dreams.
• Please visit "Your Application Space" to see the jobs you have already applied to.
• Please don’t create another account with a different email. If you do so, your account might be merged and your application record will be deleted.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• careers.loreal.com/en_US/content/Students
• beautytmr.com/meet-adonis-on-how-to-bag-a-full-time-job-after-an-internship-1d70225a52de
• youtube.com/@loreal