Accounting Analyst Placement

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About Illumina

At Illumina, we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people, the opportunities are endless.

We have established ourselves as the global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies through our focus on innovation, serving customers in the research, clinical and applied markets. We currently facilitate a myriad of processes in the life sciences, oncology, reproductive health, agriculture and other emerging segments.

Accounting Analyst Placement

Are you seeking a company that will offer you rewarding, challenging work and a chance to make a difference? Then you should consider Illumina's iAspire Internship Program. Our mission? To help improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome.

Each summer, over 75 undergrad, Masters and PhD students embrace these internship roles. No matter your background you are able to take up a position at Illumina.

Scope of the Placement

• You will gain broad finance experience supporting the general ledger and tax teams in the region
• Assisting the general ledger team with accounting for the UK and European entities
• Working with the external auditors to resolves queries to complete the financial statements of EMEA entities
• Support with bank reconciliation and resolution of queries
• Support for continuous improvement projects
• Provide audit support as well as compiling breakdown of information for tax packs for all entities
• You will learn how to review and update process flows

Preferred background & Qualifications

• You would be a university student, preferably achieving at least a 2:1 level in an Accounting / Mathematical based degree
• Who possess' the strong analytical skills that will be required for both technical queries as well as processing large amounts of data.
• It is essential you are able to learn quickly and research issues to deal with the wide range of topics.
• Experience with spreadsheet software (e.g. Excel) is preferred.
• You are able to demonstrate effective communication skills.
• An enthusiastic and self-motivated individual
• Capable of meeting strict deadlines

The Selection Process

Once your application has been submitted, our dedicated recruitment team will perform an initial review, and then contact shortlisted individuals via telephone, before inviting you to complete a digital, video interview. The culmination of our selection process is for the finalists to attend an all-day assessment centre event at our offices.

Assessment days scheduled for 6th & 7th March 2018.

How to apply

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