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GL Intern

CompanyIFF
LocationMexico City
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 29, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the monthly financial close process, including data validation, journal entries, and account reconciliations. They will also assist in preparing financial reports, performing variance analysis, and contributing to process improvement initiatives.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
15284
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
30 hours
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About The Company
At IFF, we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products—advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. With ~22,000 employees across 65 countries, more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers and 33,000 customers worldwide, we turn possibilities into reality by redefining the limits of science and nature to create a more positive, sustainable future for all. Visit us at www.iff.com to learn how our real-deal experts approach work with an entrepreneurial mindset, working lockstep to defy expectations and create industry-defining solutions that do more good for people and planet
About the Role

Job Summary

What’s next in your career? If it’s working on cutting-edge solutions in food, health, and sustainability, you’re in the right place.

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Finance: Empowering strategic decisions through expertise; fueling sustainable growth by delivering insights, managing risk and driving value across global operations.

The role is based in Mexico City – TecnoParque (hybrid). Be part of a collaborative, analytical and results-driven team, where you will contribute to financial operations and process improvement initiatives.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

Support the monthly financial close process, including data collection, validation and journal entries
Prepare account reconciliations and follow up on open items
Assist in the preparation of local and global financial reports
Perform basic variance analysis for income statements and balance sheets
Upload and manage financial data in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle or similar)
Support automation, standardization and continuous improvement initiatives in R2R processes
Maintain accurate documentation of financial processes, controls and procedures
Collaborate with global teams across Finance, Audit, Procurement and Accounts Payable
Ensure compliance with corporate policies, SOX controls and accounting standards


What Makes You the Right Fit

Active student in Accounting, Finance or related fields
Intermediate English level (written and spoken communication)
Availability to work part-time (6 hours per day, Monday to Friday)
Strong analytical and financial reasoning skills
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, filters and formulas)
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Proactive mindset and willingness to learn

How Would You Stand Out?


Interest in process improvement and automation
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Why Choose Us?

Hands-on experience in a global finance organization
Exposure to end-to-end financial processes (R2R)
Opportunity to work with international teams
Learning and development opportunities
Collaborative and inclusive work environment
Opportunity to contribute to real business impact

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more

Key Skills
AccountingFinanceFinancial reportingVariance analysisJournal entriesAccount reconciliationSAPOracleExcelPivot tablesData analysisProcess improvementAutomationSOX complianceAnalytical skillsCommunication
Categories
Finance & AccountingAdministrativeFood & Beverage
Benefits
Hands-on experience in a global finance organizationExposure to end-to-end financial processesLearning and development opportunitiesCollaborative and inclusive work environment