GSK: Finance Graduate Internship Programme 2024

As a Finance Analyst you will be responsible for supporting the South Africa Finance function by preparing monthly journals, reconciliations and SG&A accounts. You will also participate in ad-hoc activities supporting the Finance Director & SA operating business units. This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career.

The salary offered for this position is a fixed amount of R 15, 000 monthly plus an annual bonus (targeted at 12% of annual salary). This roll is for a 1 year contract with a potential 1 year extension.

Responsibilities:

These responsibilities include some of the following:

• Month end close activities including preparing journals, reports and reconciliations
• Performing and evaluating the performance of financial controls
• Monitoring and reporting on the outcome of all SA finance controls
• Actual vs Budget variance analysis and business partnering for commercial units
• Preparing headcount and SG&A commentary for senior managers
• Headcount reporting and budgeting
• Government document submissions following annual sales price benchmarking
• Managing 3rd party insurance policies and processes
• Ad-hoc support for Finance Director & Finance Business Partner
• Support the Finance Director in contributions to the development and delivery of strategic objectives of defined projects
• Drive continuous improvement in processes and partnering, enhancing efficiencies and supporting senior management

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in: Accounting, Finance, Economics OR previous working experience in an Accounting role

If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:

• Proficient in basic data analysis
• Proficient in Excel
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Understanding of finance compliance & controls
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people