Accounting Assistant Intern
About the job
- The candidate must hold a Bac+5 MBA in Audit and Management Control.
- The candidate should know accounting software such as Sage, Cegid, SAP, or an equivalent.
- The candidate should be able to analyze and synthesize financial data.
- The candidate should know current tax and social regulations.
- The candidate must be proficient in Excel, including pivot tables and advanced formulas.
- The candidate should have knowledge of management control and profitability analysis.
- The candidate should be rigorous in following deadlines and procedures.
- The candidate should be reliable and discreet when handling confidential information.
- The candidate should be organized and able to meet strict deadlines.
- Assist with preparing forecast budgets and monthly reporting.
- Contribute to preparing balance sheets, income statements, and tax packages.
- Prepare and send tax and social declarations, including VAT and DSN.
- Prepare monthly and annual closing files.
- Create dashboards for monitoring financial performance.
- Participate in updating the chart of accounts and internal procedures.
- Contribute to improving accounting and internal-control processes.
- Manage expense claims and reimbursements.
- Assist with internal and external audits.
- Perform bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow.
- Participate in accounting data entry and updating journals.
About the company
Galileo Global Education operates an international higher-education group that offers programs in applied arts, design, communication, and management through a network of 54 schools across 91 campuses in 13 countries. Students enroll at partner schools and campuses where practical, career-oriented curricula, hands-on training, internships, and industry connections help prepare them for the workforce; tuition and related services fund these programs. The company differentiates itself with a broad international footprint and a portfolio of branded, prestigious institutions that deliver consistent curricula and documented job placement outcomes across multiple countries. Its goal is to provide accessible, career-focused higher education across creative and management fields by leveraging its international network to offer recognized credentials and strong post-graduation employment prospects.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Paris, France
Founded
2007
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Fiscal 2025 revenue rose 12% to €1.42 billion, with EBITDA reaching €350 million.
- S&P expects fiscal 2026 EBITDA near €400 million, driven by international schools and efficiencies.
- June 2026 campus openings in Paris and Dakar strengthen student experience and recruiting momentum.
What critics are saying
- S&P flagged French enrollment weakness, apprenticeship reform pressure, and EM Lyon admission tightening in 2025.
- 2025 investigation alleged student overcharging, staff burnout, and profit pressure across Galileo schools.
- Dependence on tuition and France exposes Galileo to existential enrollment shocks if reputation erodes.
What makes Galileo Global Education unique
- Galileo owns 54 schools across 91 campuses, spanning 13 countries and multiple disciplines.
- Paris campus expansion and Bercy headquarters consolidation signal operational scale and brand reinforcement.
- AKAD acquisition and international schools diversify revenue beyond France’s weaker higher-education market.
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