Part of the global bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials and wooden construction, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world. We believe that everything that is made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. We employ approximately 19,000 people. 

Our global Finance Operations carries out accounting tasks and provides financial and purchasing services for our Stora Enso Business Areas. 

Career for a better climate. Every day. 

We are now looking for a university student to join our finance team in Ostrava as a PtP Trainee. 

In this position you will gain hands-on experience in the Purchase-to-Pay process, including tasks related to Accounts Payable and Purchasing. 

Our trainee program is suitable for a university student of Finance, Economics, International Business, or related fields who is seeking valuable experience while pursuing their degree. 

You'll work 20 hours per week while pursuing your studies, with a flexible schedule that aligns with your academic commitments. 

In addition to receiving support from your team and senior colleagues, you will also be part of a trainee community in Ostrava, where students support each other, share experiences, and build valuable connections in an international work environment. 

We are looking for a trainee who can commit for one year.  

 You will be located in our modern office in Organica Building in Ostrava, Czechia and report to PtP team lead. 

Key Responsibilities of the position: 

• Perform daily tasks within the Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) area, including Accounts Payable and Purchasing 

• Responding to and resolving customer queries 

• Developing understanding of SAP and/or other financial service modules 

• Supporting month-end closing activities in the P2P area 

• Collaborating with team members and other departments 

• Ensuring that all tasks are performed accurately and on time 

• Carrying out other work-related tasks as assigned by the direct manager 

What we expect you to have or know: 

• Interest in understanding financial processes and principles 

• Ability to work 20 hours per week alongside your university studies 

• Ability to communicate effectively in English (both written and spoken) 

• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, international environment 

• Knowledge of MS Office and willingness to learn SAP 

• Team player with a proactive and detail-oriented approach 

What we offer   

By joining us, you will be part of our diverse working culture supporting you to explore new perspectives and develop professionally. You will contribute towards a more sustainable world, as we believe that anything made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. To keep you going safely, we support your physical and mental wellbeing. 

Role specific opportunities/things that we offer:  

• modern office in Ostrava - we are working in hybrid mode 

• lunch cards 160 CZK 

• commuting allowance 

• cafeteria 

• pension insurance 

• yearly bonus 

We offer this position for 1 year, with the possibility to extend the contract. 

How can you apply for this role? 

You can only submit your application to us by using our recruitment tool. As we are assessing our candidates on an ongoing basis, we hope to hear from you as soon as possible but at the latest by 16 October 2026. 

Depending on the role, we might invite you to a video interview and/or aptitude tests. Also, our recruitment process could include pre-employment actions such as background, reference, and health checks as well as a drug test.  

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact TA partner Julia Zigmund at [email protected].