Graduate project: Improving accounting/logistics processes in Eindhoven

Functiebeschrijving

Within the Control department of PACCAR Parts Europe we have an interesting assignment available in the field of Accounting/Logistics:

• Analyze and improve the accounting/logistics process for remanufactured parts (including deposit money for suppliers and dealers);
• Analyze the cycle counting process for the measurement of stock accuracy;
• In both processes mentioned above, a lot of data has been collected, which need to be analyzed (e.g. with Power B.I.);
• You will also investigate whether the current method for cycle counting is the most optimal method (more than 250.000 cycle counts in 2019);
• Finally, you can also work on improving our reports and  the coordination of the various processes for our PACCAR Distribution Centers (PDC’s).

Jouw profiel

• For this assignment we are searching for a driven and enthusiastic Master student Business Economics;
• You have strong analytical skills and a solid background in financial accounting and reporting;
• You have affinity with logistics;
• You are fluent in the English language, both verbal and written form.

Afdeling

DAF Trucks is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PACCAR Inc. The DAF Trucks N.V. Finance department is located in Eindhoven, with local finance teams in the Westerlo plant (Belgium) and in its European sales subsidiary offices. Over 200 financial professionals are responsible for timely and accurate reporting of DAF’s financial results, using efficient accounting processes, which are based on robust systems and strong internal controls.

The DAF Finance department is an inspiring and challenging environment which is focused on high quality and reliability of financial statements, strong business partnership, continuous improvement and timely identification and management of future opportunities and risks for the company.

Wij bieden

• A view behind the scenes at a large international corporation;
• You will get a lot of freedom and responsibility. We are open to your initiatives and depending on the assignment you see your results back in the workplace;
• An experienced coach and supervisor who can teach you a lot and is willing to help you with your assignment;
• After your graduation, you will have the opportunity to start your career at DAF;
• An internship wage of € 450,- (WO)  based on 36 hours;
• A travel allowance, if you don’t have a student travel product (provided by the Dutch government);
• A housing allowance, if you temporarily rent a room near DAF.