Financial Controlling & Planning Internship

Job title: Financial Controlling & Planning Internship

Country: Spain

City: Madrid

Business Unit: EDP RENOVÁVEIS S.A.

We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

EDP Renewables business unit is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.

What you will do:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Controlling & Planning Intern to join our Finance team for a 12-month internship program. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Financial Controlling, SAP master data management, reporting, budgeting, and business analysis.

The successful candidate will support key finance processes, collaborate with multiple business stakeholders, and contribute to data quality, financial governance, reporting, and planning activities while developing strong analytical and technical skills.

General Responsibilities:

Controlling, Financial Data & Procedures

• Support the maintenance of SAP Controlling structures and financial master data, ensuring accuracy and consistency across systems.
• Assist in the validation, reconciliation, and quality control of financial and operational information.
• Collaborate with different business areas to collect, organize, and validate data required for reporting and controlling activities.
• Support the preparation, consolidation, and maintenance of financial datasets used for management reporting.
• Participate in financial master data migrations, organizational changes, and system enhancement projects.
• Help identify data inconsistencies, investigate root causes, and support corrective actions to improve data quality.
• Assist in documenting finance processes, procedures, and governance guidelines.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for standardization, simplification, and automation.
• Support the maintenance of controlling objects such as cost centers, profit centers, internal orders, and other financial structures.
• Perform routine data checks and validations to ensure compliance with internal control standards.
• Work closely with Finance and business stakeholders to ensure the reliability and consistency of financial information.
• Develop practical knowledge of SAP, financial governance, and controlling processes while supporting daily operations.

Reporting & Financial Planning

• Participate in Budget and Forecast cycles, supporting data collection, validation, and analysis activities.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly performance reports, including Actual vs Budget and Actual vs Forecast analyses.
• Support variance analysis by identifying key drivers and preparing explanations for financial deviations.
• Contribute to the preparation of management presentations, dashboards, and reporting packs using Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
• Support monthly closing activities through report updates, data validation, and information consolidation.
• Assist the Finance team with ad hoc financial analyses and business performance reviews.
• Help monitor key financial and operational KPIs and contribute to performance tracking initiatives.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of reporting tools and planning processes.

What You Will Learn

During the internship, you will gain practical exposure to:

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Controlling and Management Reporting
• SAP Controlling Structures and Master Data Governance
• Budgeting and Forecasting Processes
• Financial Data Quality Management
• Business Performance Analysis
• Reporting Automation and Dashboarding
• Cross-functional collaboration in an international business environment

Key Learning Objectives

By the end of the internship, the candidate will:

• Understand core Controlling and FP&A processes.
• Gain hands-on experience with SAP financial structures and governance.
• Develop strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Learn to support budgeting and forecasting for business decision-making.
• Build expertise in financial data management and reporting tools.
• Improve stakeholder management and business partnering capabilities.

Employment type: Full-Time Internship

Work site: Hybrid Model

Availability to Travel: N/A

What are we looking for:

1- Academic Skills:

• Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or related studies.

2- Professional Experience:

• Not required / applicable.

3- Specific Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Power BI is a plus.
• SAP knowledge is a plus but not required.

4- Languages:

• High level of Spanish.
• High level of English.

5- Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Eagerness to learn finance processes and systems.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfil our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;

Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;

Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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