Finance & Logistics Trainee

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Job Details

• Title: Finance Trainee
• Location: Prague, Czech Republic
• Professional Area: Finance
• Contract Type: Full time, Fixed-term (12 months) Employment Contract
• Professional Level: Entry/Specialist
• Reporting To: Demand Planning Manager CZHUSK, Finance

Job Description

Finance Trainee

Are you eager to build a strong foundation in finance and gain experience in different areas of financial management? As a Finance Trainee at JT International, you’ll kick off your journey in Logistics Finance, where you’ll dive into cost tracking, reporting, and analyzing supply chain operations. Afterwards, you will be immersed also in Accounting Team´s controlling and reconciliation activities. And in Financial Planning & Analysis Team, you will gain practical experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance evaluation to support strategic decision-making.

This is your chance to develop essential financial skills, collaborate with experts, and work on real business challenges in a dynamic, international environment. If you're analytical, ambitious, and eager to grow, this traineeship is your gateway to a future in finance!

What will you do:

• Logistics Support: Support the Demand Planning team in identifying risks and opportunities related to demand fluctuations, monitoring inventory levels, and working on continuous improvement initiatives for demand planning processes and tools.
• Planning, Reporting and Analysis: Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations related to financial and sales forecasting to support decision-making. Identify efficiencies in planning and reporting.
• Accounting & Controlling Support: Support in daily, weekly, and monthly Accounting and Controlling tasks, including journal postings, reconciliations, reporting, and month-end close activities.
• Project Support: Provide support on finance-related projects and initiatives, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks. Participate in system and process enhancement projects related to financial tools.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Marketing, and Global Supply Chain, to align demand and production plans with market objectives.

What would you need to be successful in this role:

• Results-driven, proactive, and possess strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills,
• Ability to engage and create enthusiasm for tasks and initiatives and to work independently while maintaining high-quality standards,
• Bachelor's or Master's degree, or soon graduation (academic year 2025/2026) in Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field,
• Fluency in Czech and/or Slovak, good command of English
• Digital proficiency, e.g. MS Office, especially in Excel

What is an advantage:

• Previous internships or any work experience
• Participation in relevant projects or extracurricular activities
• Knowledge of forecasting tools or ERP (SAP) systems or Power BI

What can we offer:

Certified #1TOP EMPLOYER in the Czech Republic with long-term business growth.
Unique company culture of belonging, positive energy, caring and trust.
Competitive salary and benefits, including life insurance.

A wide range of initiatives and tools supporting our diversity and inclusion:

• Barrier-free office
• Flexible ways of working (50:50 office/remotely; flexible work time, allowances for home working costs)
• Wellbeing program addressing work-life balance, physical, mental, social and financial health
• Premium medical care
• Individual support to employees in specific life situations
• Opportunities to actively participate in initiatives promoting an inclusive work environment (Gender Equality, LGBTQIA+, New Ways of Working, Wellbeing)
• Ongoing development opportunities in a truly multinational environment that will inspire your professional and personal growth
• A range of projects and tasks with the autonomy to achieve them
• And many other local benefits and opportunities!

Application Process

• Apply by July 25

Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!

Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.