2024 Junior Finance Assistant Curricular Internship - Milan

Lazard is one of the world’s leading financial advisory and asset management firms. Our people make the difference. With just over 3,000 employees, our tight-knit community allows for professionals eager to learn and willing to teach to connect and grow together. We believe that diversity, equity, inclusion, and allyship are not just business imperatives — they are central pillars of our employee experience. Our entrepreneurial culture and flat structure allow creative ideas and original concepts to drive our business forward — and for careers to take flight.

Through our financial advisory business, Lazard advises clients around the world on strategic and financial matters including mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, capital structure and capital raising. Our client relationships are built on trust and discretion. As the world’s largest advisory-focused firm, we have exceptional depth of expertise across industry sectors and geographies. We value the rich diversity that comes from blending local perspective with our global network.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with bookkeeping tasks, such as data entry, filing, and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Support the accounts payable and receivable functions by processing invoices, preparing payments, and managing collections under supervision.
• Help with the timely completion of routine financial tasks, such as account reconciliations and expense tracking.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial reports for internal use, including variance analysis and budget tracking.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Assist with the development and implementation of process improvements and internal controls under guidance.
• Participate in special projects and ad-hoc financial analyses as required.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive financial information and adhere to all applicable data protection regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Fluency in Italian and English.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and familiarity with accounting software systems.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with team members at all levels of the organization.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Diversity and Inclusion at Lazard

Lazard is an intellectual capital business focused on delivering the best advice and solutions to clients. Achieving these objectives requires us to identify, develop and retain the best talent. A workforce comprised of people with varied backgrounds and experiences creates a rich diversity of thought that empowers us to challenge conventional wisdom, as diverse perspectives lead to better decisions.

Our appreciation of diversity’s strength is ingrained in our multi-cultural heritage. As a global firm that has grown organically from local roots in different countries, we have a deep tradition of respect for individual differences, which has been core to our success for several decades. The ongoing cultivation of diversity and an inclusive, equitable culture are essential to our continued growth.

We are committed to sustaining an environment in which all employees – regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation – can bring their whole selves to work to maximise their individual potential and our collective success.

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