Volvo Business Control Internships 2024
Graduate Opportunity: Business Control at Volvo Trucks Southern Africa
Volvo Business Control Internships 2024 Transport is at the heart of modern society, shaping the way we live and move. Imagine using your skills and knowledge to develop sustainable transport solutions for the future. At Volvo Trucks Southern Africa, we offer an exciting opportunity for a graduate to make a significant impact on a global scale. If you are eager to work with next-gen technologies and collaborate with top-tier teams, then this could be the perfect role for you.
- Job Category: Finance
- Organization: Group Trucks Operations
- Travel Required: Occasional Travel
- Requisition ID: 11779
- Location: Witfield, ZA, 1462
What You Will Do
Volvo Trucks Southern Africa presents a unique opportunity for a graduate to gain exposure to various Business Control functions. This role is based in Boksburg at the Regional Distribution Centre. Volvo Business Control Internships 2024
The successful candidate will experience a comprehensive training program in key Business Control areas, including:
- Management Cost Control: Assist with managing and controlling costs effectively.
- Monthly Financial Reporting: Support in tasks such as:
- Journal posting and review using SAP accounting software.
- Reporting financial results on the Company’s VGCS system.
- Conducting detailed financial analyses against planned budgets.
- Preparing and presenting financial results to the Global Business Control Team.
- Financial Forecasting and Budgeting: Assist in preparing financial forecasts and budgets.
- Equipment Investment Management: Support managing equipment investments.
- Cost Deployment: Utilize tools to reduce waste/loss and enhance productivity.
- Finance-Related Tasks: Engage in various finance-related activities.
- Freight Cost Reporting: Compile and analyze freight cost reports for accuracy and completeness.
- Freight Payments: Arrange and manage freight payments.
- Procurement Process: Support creating purchase orders and ensuring the delivery of goods.
- Miscellaneous Spend Management: Manage and oversee the usage and expenditure on miscellaneous items.
- Ad Hoc Duties: Undertake additional tasks as assigned by the Service Market Logistics Team.
Qualifications
- Diploma/Degree in Finance.
Key Competencies
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer Literacy (MS Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel, is advantageous).
- Attention to detail and a detail-oriented mindset.
- Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
- Strong administrative skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
The role also includes supporting the conference call coordination with the Business Control Global Team, where financial results and forecasts are discussed. This will hone your communication skills and provide a platform to present detailed financial analyses.
Shortlisted candidates must complete and sign personal verification permission, consent, and indemnity declarations for reference, criminal, credit, qualification checks, and any other necessary vetting processes.
Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disabilities to apply.
Application Closing Date: 18 July 2024.
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
Who We Are and What We Believe In
Our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us to bring our full authentic selves to work and thrive in a safe, supportive environment free from harassment and discrimination. We aim to remove barriers to entry, so even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply.
Joining Volvo Group offers you the chance to be part of a global team. Every day, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions enable modern life worldwide. With nearly 100,000 employees, we are dedicated to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Our mission creates numerous career opportunities for talented individuals passionate about innovation across our leading brands and entities.
Group Trucks Operations includes all production of Volvo, Renault, and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also manage spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s global customers and design, operate, and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. Our 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers worldwide create an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is key.
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