Finance Trainee

Job Description:

Job title - Finance Trainee
Location - Maastricht, Netherlands
Job model - Hybrid (3 days a week on site)

Welcome to the Finance Graduate Program, location Maastricht! A paid, full-time experience while finishing your studies & getting first work experience. During the 2-year program we will take you on an exciting journey into the heart of finance within dsm-firmenich, with assignments in two different finance departments in our Maastricht office.

Your key responsibilities

* Join the team and get real-life, hands-on experience of the day to day activities of one of our finance teams from analysis & reporting to presentation & stakeholder management
* Data Collection & Analysis: Gather and organize financial and operational data from internal systems. Assist in validating KPIs, supporting monthly and quarterly reviews
* Ad-hoc Tasks & Project Involvement: Support various finance initiatives including process improvement, compliance checks, and cross-functional collaboration under supervision
* Meeting Coordination & Follow-up: Help prepare meeting agendas, take notes, track follow-ups, and coordinate communication across global stakeholders
* Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance

We bring

* An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
* A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
* Growth that keeps up with you - you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
* Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
* A culture that lifts you up - with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on
* A community where your voice matters - it is essential to serve our customers well
* Based on your experience we will offer you a base salary starting at EUR36,000 per year (including holiday allowance and 13th month) and extra benefits, such as 25 holiday days, a bonus, the option to buy more holiday days with a 6% my choice budget and much more.

You bring

* A finished bachelor's or master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
* Curiosity, energy, and a drive to grow
* Openness to feedback and rotation
* Empathy and collaboration
* A hands-on approach - we don't do passive learning
* A commitment to contribute, not just observe
* Strong analytical and problem solving skills

About dsm-firmenich
At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations - we go beyond them.
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions - every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.
And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They're essential to our future.
Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Our application process
Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal. Due to privacy regulations, we can only actively interact with applications via our career portal. If you have any questions, please contact Ruslana Lohina-Kazimierczak, Talent Acquisition Business Partner (ruslana.lohina@dsm-firmenich.com).

Please note that the application deadline is September 13th.
Kindly ensure that your motivation letter is included as part of your CV when submitting your application. Thank you!

DEI and equal opportunity statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds - no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.
And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help - just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement
We're managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you're applying as an individual, we'd love to hear from you. We're not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role