Site Activation Intern (1‑Year Internship)

Location:

Madrid, Spain

Duration:

1 year

Work Model:

Office-based or Hybrid

Job Overview

This internship provides hands-on experience. The role is ideal for students looking to develop practical skills while working closely with cross-functional teams in a professional setting.

Essential Functions

• Reconcile SAP Grant Payment Reports with Excel Grant Payment Reports for assigned sponsor studies
• Reconcile total GPS Sponsor balances with the Corporate Sponsor Balance on a monthly basis, in accordance with SSAE16 controls
• Accurately prepare and complete assigned journal entries
• Perform quality reviews of CTA and Payment Intake Form setups to ensure:
• Correct SAP vendor assignment
• Appropriate payment method selection
• Bank entry validation for the Accounting department
• Maintain and complete Share Point trackers for assigned sponsors
• Support annual activities such as 1099 and country-specific tax reporting, as assigned
• Participate in special projects, including:
• Maintenance of the SAP vendor database
• Support in SOP documentation and maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills suitable for a professional work environment
• Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills
• Adequate technical proficiency aligned with the role (Excel required; SAP exposure is a plus)
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with others
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and accountability
• English advance is a must

What You’ll Gain

• Practical experience working with SAP and financial reporting processes
• Exposure to internal controls, compliance, and accounting operations
• Mentorship and learning opportunities in a professional, collaborative environment
• A strong foundation for a future career in finance, accounting, or operations

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com.

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

At IQVIA, we believe that diversity, inclusion, and belonging empower our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world. We create a culture of belonging by valuing the perspectives of all talented employees worldwide and providing them with the opportunity to power smarter healthcare for everyone, everywhere. When our talented employees bring their authentic selves and their diverse experiences to work, they enable us to accomplish extraordinary things. Multifaceted thought processes spark innovation. Multi-talented collaboration harnesses innovation to deliver superior outcomes. Likewise, as part of this culture, IQVIA is committed to ensuring effective equality between women and men, integrating it as a strategic principle in its corporate and human resources policies.