Accounts Payable Intern
Essity is a global, leading hygiene and health company. Every day, our products, solutions and services are used by a billion people around the world. Our purpose is to break barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, caregivers, customers and society. Sales are conducted in approximately 150 countries under the leading global brands TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa. In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. The company’s headquarters is located in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. More information at essity.com
Are you eager to develop real hands-on experience in an international environment? Do you want to strengthen your skills while contributing to efficient financial processes? Ready to be part of a collaborative team that supports several European markets?
It’s an exciting time to be part of our collaborative inclusive team. Come and join our Accounts Payable team on our journey to improve the well-being of millions. Together we can make a difference!
About the role:
As an Accounts Payable Intern, you will join our Lisbon-based team, supporting invoice processing and administrative tasks across multiple countries. This internship offers the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues, gain insights into financial operations, and develop professional skills in a dynamic, multicultural environment.
We’re looking for people who embody our values, aren’t afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We’re always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we’d love to talk.
What you will do:
Invoice Processing: Support the validation and follow-up of invoices in SAP and related tools to ensure accuracy and timely processing.
Exception Handling: Assist in weekly and monthly exception checks, contributing to key internal controls and compliance activities.
System Tracking: Follow up on invoice status using dedicated systems, including monitoring workflows and ensuring smooth processing.
Administrative Support: Contribute to documentation, reporting and data maintenance across the Accounts Payable team.
Research & Analysis: Conduct research on specific topics, gather data, analyze trends and prepare insights to support decision-making.
Meeting Participation: Attend team meetings, contribute ideas and projects, prepare notes and action points.
Process Improvement: Bring forward ideas to enhance process efficiency, including supporting automation initiatives.
Who you are:
Currently pursuing or recently graduated in a degree related to Economics or a similar field.
Initial exposure or motivation to learn about finance, accounts payable, or administrative processes.
Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and comfortable working with digital systems.
Strong willingness to learn, adaptability and time‑management skills, combined into a collaborative, proactive and responsible approach to work.
Fluent in English - All Applicants are requested to deliver their CV in English language.
What we can offer you:
At Essity, we believe everyone's learning and professional development is unique and want to empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.
Collaborative and Inclusive Culture | Empowering & Engaged Leaders | Working with Powerful Purpose & Sustainable Impact | Learning and Growing in your Career | Supporting Well-being & Sustainable Working Life | Life-changing Innovations | Competitive Total rewards.
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13 jul. 2026
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Essity - a globally leading hygiene and health company. Our expertise in hygiene and health began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well-being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day.
Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. Our barrier breakers innovate for good and contribute to shaping a sustainable future. At Essity, every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose. We provide a sustainable work-life based on flexibility for both employees and employers. At Essity, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. It is the key to our success in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and caring company culture where you can be you with us. Our purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being, is to enable customers and consumers to lead fuller lives at all stages of life.
Our leading global brands TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa. In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. The company’s headquarters is located in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.If you want to join a company where dedication to people is powered by innovation, welcome to Essity!
