Intern - Financial Accounting

LOCATION: ZURICH

Whether you're looking to jump start your career or gain first hands-on experience in a new field, an internship at On offers you a unique growth experience, the chance to make an impact from day 1 and contribute to On's growth journey. We are looking for fresh ideas, curious minds and passionate individuals ready to make a difference. Our internships generally last 6 months and you will be fully embedded in a team.

• Start date: March 1
• Duration: 6 months
• Prerequisite: Interest in area relevant to the internship, passion for On, right to work in EU / Switzerland
• Note: This is a paid internship
• If you don't meet the criteria above, unfortunately, we cannot move forward with your application. Please be truthful in your answers, the recruiter reviewing your application will appreciate your honesty.

Curious about life as an intern at On? We recommend watching the recording of our previous livestream ) to hear former interns share their internship experience, get an insider's look at different departments and pick up some tips and tricks from our recruiters to help you ace the application process Please note that the next internship program kicks off on March 1 (not September 1 as mentioned in the livestream).

• Assist with monthly and quarterly General Ledger activities, including account reconciliations across multiple regions.
• Assist with CAPEX, D2C, and Intercompany accounting workflows as needed by the global team.
• Assist in the development and implementation of process improvements to streamline global accounting operations.
• Support the team on ad-hoc analyses, SOX controls, and cross-functional projects.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of GAAP or IFRS (coursework acceptable).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a global mindset.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a multicultural, virtual team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.

The finance global team is made up of 4 members, mainly focusing in CAPEX, inter-company, DTC and General Ledger. We constantly strive to challenge the status quo, drive growth, and shape tomorrow's best practices through thinking differently, acting cross-functionally, and making use of the latest technology. We value curiosity, collaboration, and a proactive mindset.

Just by the banks of the Limmat you'll find our largest global hub in Zürich West – On Labs – where you can hike up 12 floors through our custom-built spiral trail.

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HEAD OF GROUP PLANNING & ANALYTICS CONTROLLING

I'm challenged every day with new learnings, new perspectives and new technologies. I can feel that my horizon expands as our business grows. I'm on this exciting journey of never-ending personal development, which is crucial to me.

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

Build the better you

We want to set everyone up for success, so here's the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.