We have opportunities available in:

• Hotel Accounting.
• Order-To-Cash (OTC).
• Process-to-Pay (PTP).
• Corporate Accounting.
• Revenue Accounting.
• US Banking.
• Record to Report (RTR).

UK Payroll & Compliance Team

Hilton’s UK Payroll & Compliance Team is part of our wider HR function and is responsible for payroll activities for approximately 7,000 Team Members across 51 Hilton properties. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where accuracy, collaboration, and meeting deadlines are essential.

As an intern in the UK Payroll & Compliance Team, you will develop practical skills in payroll, finance, and compliance, while learning how we ensure our Team Members are paid accurately and on time.

What you’ll gain:

• Practical experience in UK payroll legislation and processes.
• Exposure to payroll accounting and financial controls.
• The opportunity to work on meaningful projects and process improvements.
• Collaboration with international teams and our Global Payroll Services network.
• Insight into how a global organisation operates behind the scenes.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting payroll processing and analysing payroll data.
• Assisting with reconciliations, general ledger postings, and journal entries.
• Contributing to balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Supporting HMRC compliance activities, including benefits-in-kind reporting.
• Completing monthly SOX controls and audit checks.
• Working closely with internal teams, including our Global Payroll team and Shared Service Centre in Hyderabad.

Financial Systems Team

Hilton's Financial Systems team is part of our global Finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where accuracy, collaboration, and delivering against deadlines are key.

As a Financial Systems Intern, you'll develop an understanding of Hilton's financial systems and processes while working with teams across Finance, Technology, Global Support and external vendor partners. You’ll build analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills while contributing to system enhancements, process improvements, and global enhancement initiatives that support Hilton’s worldwide operations, creating a strong foundation for a future career in finance, systems, or technology.

You'll gain an appreciation of how a global organisation operates behind the scenes through collaboration with international teams and hands-on experience across a range of financial applications. In addition, you'll develop an understanding of financial controls and governance processes while gaining exposure to automation, digital transformation, and emerging AI-enabled finance technologies.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting user administration activities and system administration tasks in BlackLine, including user access reviews, scheduling imports, organisational structure updates, and country rollouts.
• Configuring expense types and maintaining override tables.
• Troubleshooting end-user issues related to system access and functionality & supporting testing activities for system enhancements and new projects.
• Maintaining training materials and application documentation to ensure they remain accurate and up to date.
• Participating in project meetings and gaining exposure to system implementations, global rollouts, and enhancement initiatives.
• Analysing system data and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, user experience, and process effectiveness.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking individuals who embody the Hilton Values in addition to the following criteria:

• A current bachelor’s or master’s student completing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or other equivalent, that includes a required 12-month year in industry placement.

• Availability to begin full-time employment on 5th July 2027, for a full-time 12-month placement.

• You must have the independent right to work in the UK for the full duration of the 12-month placement. Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, so we are unable to consider applications from candidates who would require sponsorship. If you hold a visa or status that allows you to work in the UK full-time without sponsorship (e.g. Settled Status, Pre-Settled Status, where a 12-month work placement is a permitted, required & assessed part of your UK University degree, or other independent work permissions), you are welcome to apply.

• Fluency in English (spoken and written).

• You should be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in Finance.

• Able to demonstrate a high level of numerical and analytical capability.

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Selection Process

Applications are now open—don’t miss your chance to apply! Submissions close on Tuesday 20th October 2026

Our selection process is designed to bring out your best and help us get to know you. It includes:

• Online assessments

• In-person Assessment Centre in our Glasgow Corporate Office (24th November 2026)

While the process is rigorous, it’s also the first step in your personal growth journey with Hilton. If selected, you’ll begin developing the skills, connections, and confidence to thrive in your career.

To ensure every application receives fair consideration, invitations to the final-stage assessment centre will be issued after applications have closed. Please complete each stage promptly and keep an eye on your inbox for updates.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process or to carry out the essential requirements of the role, please contact us.