About the opportunity
About the opportunity:
We are seeking a proactive and analytical Accounts Payable Process Intern to support the optimization and governance of AP operations. This role focuses on understanding, documenting, and improving end-to-end procure-to-pay (P2P) processes rather than day-to-day invoice processing.
The intern will work closely with finance, operations, and system teams to enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and support ongoing automation and transformation initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Process Mapping & Documentation
Document end-to-end AP processes (Procure-to-Pay lifecycle)
Create process flowcharts, SOPs, and work instructions
Identify process gaps, bottlenecks, and control weaknesses
Data Analysis & Insights
Analyze AP data (aging, invoice cycle time, GR/IR mismatches, etc.)
Support development of dashboards and KPIs (e.g., in Excel / Looker Studio)
Identify trends impacting payment delays and vendor performance
Process Improvement Initiatives
Support automation initiatives (e.g., invoice capture, matching, workflow improvements)
Assist in reducing manual interventions and improving straight-through processing
Work on continuous improvement projects across AP functions
Governance & Compliance
Support adherence to AP policies and internal controls
Assist in reviewing exceptions and non-compliance cases
Help prepare documentation for audit and internal reviews
What we offer:
Exposure to AP transformation and shared services operations
Hands-on experience in process design, governance, and automation
Opportunity to work on real business improvement projects
Understanding of how finance processes integrate with operations and systems
What you need to be successful
Education
Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good understanding (or interest) in business processes and workflows
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, basic formulas, pivot tables)
Strong communication and documentation skills
Detail-oriented with a structured approach to problem solving
Preferred (Good to Have)
Exposure to ERP systems (e.g., SAP, )
Familiarity with Procure-to-Pay (P2P) concepts
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Looker Studio, SQL)
Who we are
foodpanda is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in around 65 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.
