Treasury Analyst Trainee (Internship)

About Sonoco

Sonoco is a global packaging leader with more than 125 years of experience delivering innovative packaging solutions to customers worldwide. Operating across both consumer and industrial markets, Sonoco combines global scale, deep industry expertise, and a strong commitment to sustainability to create value for customers and consumers alike.

With a diversified portfolio spanning consumer packaging, industrial paper solutions, and metal packaging, Sonoco is focused on operational excellence, innovation, and long-term growth. Our success is built on strong customer partnerships, continuous improvement, and the talent of our people.

Joining Sonoco means becoming part of a global organization where collaboration, accountability, and innovation are highly valued. Our teams work together to solve challenges, drive progress, and shape the future of packaging.

Position Details:

The candidate needs to be enrolled at university

Position: Trainee Treasury Analyst
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Department: Treasury EMEA/APAC
Duration: 6-month internship
Start Date: As soon as possible
Reporting to: Treasury Manager and Treasury Director (Paris)

We are seeking a motivated Treasury Analyst Trainee to join our EMEA/APAC Treasury team. The successful candidate will support the Treasury Analysts and gain hands-on experience across all key treasury activities, including cash management, treasury operations, banking relationships, compliance, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

1. Cash & Liquidity Management

• Update, adjust, and forecast daily cash positions using multiple banking platforms.
• Upload and reconcile daily bank statements.
• Investigate and resolve cash flow discrepancies with local business units and banking partners.
• Process bank transfer requests and ensure compliance with payment security procedures.
• Create and maintain secure payment templates.
• Verify Standard Settlement Instructions (SSIs).
• Support the monitoring and optimization of cash pooling structures.
  

2. Treasury Market Operations & Back Office

• Monitor Foreign Exchange (FX), Interest Rate (IR), and Commodities transactions within the Treasury Management System.
• Prepare dealing tickets for FX and commodity transactions.
• Process credit advices and monitor premium fixings.
• Follow up on maturing FX transactions and coordinate with internal stakeholders regarding settlement, rollover, or maturity decisions.
• Ensure trade data accuracy and completeness in treasury systems.
  

3. Treasury Reporting, Netting & Controls

• Participate in the monthly intercompany netting process.
• Analyze netting data and manage related approval workflows.
• Prepare monthly treasury activity reports covering FX, commodities, and other treasury activities.
• Perform SOX controls and ensure treasury documentation is complete and properly approved.
• Monitor and report monthly interest payments.
  

4. Corporate Banking, Compliance & Treasury Projects

• Support bank account management activities, including account openings and closures.
• Maintain treasury banking databases and account inventories.
• Assist with KYC documentation and compliance reviews.
• Coordinate with banks and internal stakeholders to obtain required treasury documentation.
• Support treasury projects, including banking RFPs and credit facility requests.
• Assist business units with treasury-related requests and banking matters.

Who Are We Looking For?

You are an enthusiastic, proactive student looking to gain practical experience within an international treasury environment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Finance or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Results-oriented with a proactive mindset.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Interest in corporate treasury, banking, and financial markets.
• Experience with Treasury Management Systems (TMS), particularly Kyriba, is a plus.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.

What We Offer

• Exposure to a global treasury organization covering EMEA and APAC.
• Hands-on experience in cash management, FX, commodities, banking, and treasury operations.
• Mentorship from experienced treasury professionals.
• Opportunity to work with leading international banks and treasury systems.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Valuable experience to launch a career in Corporate Treasury.
  

Join Sonoco and build the foundations of your treasury career in a truly international environment.

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