Finance Intern (placement year)

Finance Intern – Rotational Programme (Manchester)

Gain a front-row seat to how finance operates at scale. As a Finance Intern in our Manchester Global Finance Services (shared services center), you’ll rotate across Order to Cash (OTC), Procure to Pay (PTP), and Record to Report (RTR), building a complete picture of how finance teams operate within a global organisation.

This isn’t a single-team internship - you’ll work across multiple functions, contribute to real financial processes, and develop both technical and analytical skills that form the foundation of a finance career.

What you’ll be doing

During your internship, you will rotate across different areas of finance and support a variety of activities, including:

Order to Cash (OTC) – Revenue, Billing, and Collections

• Support billing, invoicing, and revenue recognition processes

• Assist with aged debtors and cash collection tracking

• Maintain client purchase orders and approvals in Oracle

Procure to Pay (PTP) - Supplier and Spend Management

• Support supplier invoice processing and query resolution

• Assist with purchase order management and controls

• Help ensure accurate and timely payment cycles

Record to Report (RTR) – Financial Control & Reporting

• Contribute to month-end close activities, including reconciliations

• Assist in maintaining financial records and journal postings

• Contribute to reporting and audit preparation

Across all rotations:

• Produce weekly and monthly reports (e.g. reconciliations, contract lists, missing data checks)

• Analyse financial data to identify discrepancies and improvement opportunities

• Support process improvements and data quality initiatives

• Work with Oracle and other finance systems to maintain accurate records

What you’ll gain

• End-to-end exposure to finance operations in a global organisation

• A clear understanding of how OTC, PTP, and RTR connect and impact business performance

• Hands-on experience with real financial data, systems, and processes

• The opportunity to contribute to process improvements with visible impact

• Strong foundations in financial analysis, controls, and reporting

• Mentorship from experienced finance professionals across multiple disciplines

What we’re looking for

• 2nd year student, currently studying Finance, Accountancy, Data Analytics, or a related field

• Strong Excel and data handling skills (e.g. formulas, data analysis, reporting)

• Comfortable working with large datasets and identifying trends or issues

• High attention to detail and a focus on accuracy

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Proactive, curious, and willing to take ownership of tasks

• Strong communication skills and confidence working with different teams

Previous finance or accounting experience is beneficial but not essential.

About iNIZIO

At Inizio, we're a global team driven by a shared purpose: to reimagine health. Formed in 2022 through the coming together of Ashfield and Huntsworth, we unite decades of experience with cutting-edge capabilities to deliver impactful solutions across the commercialization journey - from discovery to post-launch. Our global network of over 10,000 experts operates across 50 countries, supporting clients with strategic insight, medical excellence, creative engagement, and real-world delivery. We work with the world's leading health and life sciences businesses to solve complex challenges and drive meaningful outcomes for our clients and patients.

What sets Inizio apart is our people - and we believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive. Here, you're encouraged to reimagine your possibilities: to grow, to be curious and to make real change happen. It's a place where your individuality is valued, your development is supported, and your ambition is celebrated. If you're ready to push boundaries and accelerate your career, Inizio is the best place to be.

Our Pledge

At Inizio, we value inclusivity, recognize the power of diversity and inspire the next generation of change-makers. We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion. We aim to recruit from a diverse slate of candidates and foster an environment that provides the right conditions for long-term success. We welcome all applications regardless of race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, military veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation and physical or mental disability.

Artificial Intelligence

Inizio may use AI technologies to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, but all hiring decisions at Inizio are made by our human recruiting team. We are committed to fair, inclusive, and human-led hiring practices.

Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.