Financial Accounting Intern

About the Role 

Imagine this. You're starting your career in finance inside a fast-growing aerospace and defense company where every transaction, report, and reconciliation contributes to building the future of autonomous flight. As a Financial Accounting Intern, you'll gain hands-on exposure to the day-to-day operations of an international finance team, supporting accounting activities across multiple European entities while learning how finance operates in a dynamic, high-growth environment. 
 
At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations. 

What You'll Do 

• Support the processing of incoming and outgoing invoices and assist with recording bank transactions 

• Help respond to accounting-related queries from suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders 

• Assist in preparing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable reports 

• Support project management, procurement, and other departments with finance-related requests 

• Help process intercompany transactions and assist with account reconciliations 

• Support VAT and Intrastat reporting activities under the guidance of senior team members 

• Assist with weekly and monthly management reporting 

• Participate in month-end closing activities and financial reporting processes 

• Support internal and external audit preparations 

• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation 

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and finance team projects 

What You'll Need 

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field 

• Previous internship, university project, or academic exposure to accounting or finance is a plus, but not required 

• Basic understanding of accounting principles 

• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills 

• Familiarity with ERP systems or finance tools is beneficial but not essential 

• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn 

• Good organizational and time management skills 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment 

• Strong communication skills in English (C1 minimum) and Spanish 

• Availability for a full-time internship of 6-8 months 

Who You Are 

You're curious, eager to learn, and excited to build a career in finance. You enjoy working with numbers, take pride in accuracy, and aren't afraid to ask questions to deepen your understanding. You thrive in collaborative environments, stay organized when managing multiple tasks, and bring a proactive attitude to everything you do. Most importantly, you're looking for an internship where you'll gain real responsibility, practical experience, and exposure to an international finance function.