INTERN - Industrial Cost Controller

About us

Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years' experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas: Air, Care, Rare.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Chiesi Corporate Functions

At Chiesi, the Corporate Functions serve as drive and support for the Group's business operations. Encompassing key areas such as Global Finance, Global Procurement, Global ICT, Global Human Resources, Global Legal, Compliance & IP, and Global Communications & Public Affairs, these functions ensure consistency, efficiency, and operational integrity.

Complementing these functions, the Transformation Office is responsible for ensuring the strategic alignment of the organization. It promotes an integrated, digital, and customer-centric approach, supporting growth, efficiency, and value creation in an increasingly data-driven world. The Transformation Office ensures coherence between vision and execution, acting as a catalyst for change across the entire organization.

The Strategy, Sustainability & Growth Department is also part of the Corporate Functions. It includes areas such as Global Strategy, SV&S and Business Development, Competitive Intelligence, and other key capabilities. It is accountable for defining the 'One Chiesi' Strategy and allocating resources to create long-term, sustainable, shared value for the Group and its stakeholders.

Who we are looking for

This is what you will do

Cost controller will operate within Industrial Controlling team and with the supervision of Parma controlling lead. The candidate will be focused on overall Quality costs and with the possibility to develop ad hoc reporting and collaborate with finance colleagues to monthly closing activities.

You'll be involved in following activities:

• cost monitoring activities and comparison with what was planned.
• analysis of the progress of expenditure and amounts committed relating to investment initiatives is also required.
• providing data to the managers of the various areas and to the Management Control department to make them aware of the trends in expenditure / investments.
• in the planning phase, you will work closely to plant controller to provide all the data

You will need to have

Degree in finance, Business Administration or Management Engineering.

Good knowledge of financial statements and accounting techniques

Use of Microsoft Office applications (advanced use of Excel and Power Point in particular)

Fluent English written and spoken. An study experience aborad will be consider a plus

Analytical skills, Attention to details, Planning and organizational skills

Contract and Benefit

6 months internship

Monthly Reimbursement of 1000 Euros

Meal vouchers for each day of remote activities

Free access to internal canteen for lunch

Free shuttle reserved to Chiesi employees from railway station to Chiesi Production Plant and/or free pass to the urban public service

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.