General Ledger Accounting Intern

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Ref #:
W176398

Department:
Finance

City:
Watford

State/Province:
Hertfordshire

Location:
United Kingdom

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Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Position Overview

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented General Ledger Accounting Intern to join our finance team. This role will support the general ledger function by assisting with month-end and year-end close activities and helping to ensure accurate financial reporting in line with accounting standards and internal controls.

This role is well suited for an individual who is eager to develop practical accounting skills, gain exposure to a professional finance environment, and build a strong foundation in financial reporting while working in a collaborative, deadline-driven team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:
* Support month-end close activities in accordance with reporting timelines, including review of trial balances.
* Process accruals, prepayments, payroll, and other journal entries for multiple entities across Europe
* Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting policies.
* Assist with the preparation of statutory financial statements and providing support for internal and external audits.
* Collaborate with Payroll, Financial Planning & Analysis, Facilities, Cash, Accounts Payable, other finance and operations teams.
* Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiency.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
* Keen interest in Accounting, Finance, Business or Economics.
* Good communication skills (written and verbal) in English, another European language is a plus.
* Results orientated, flexible, resourceful, and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
* Strong time-management skills, ability to adhere to tight deadlines.
* Team player and customer service orientated, can-do attitude.
* Organized, detail oriented and disciplined in follow through and completion