Assistant Accountant Undergraduate - 13 Months

E260 Sulzer (UK) Holdings Ltd.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

33 days' holiday (bank holidays) + 1

Defined contribution pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site gym & car park

Discounts on Everyday Shopping

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking an Assistant Accountant Intern to work closely with the Accounting team, supporting financial reporting, month-end processes, and tax compliance. This placement offers hands-on experience with balance sheets, income statements, account reconciliations, and internal controls while learning governance and PAYE considerations.

You will develop proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SAP, and the broader Microsoft Office suite, with guidance from experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards a bachelor's degree, with an interest in a career in Finance.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Excel; Excel skills tested.
• Experience with SAP is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial reports (e.g., income statements, balance sheets).
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations.
• Assist with tax compliance matters, including tax analysis and PAYE Settlement preparation.
• Maintain accurate financial records and perform data entry.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Support internal control activities and ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.
• Carry out any other duties relevant to the post.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder management

Understanding of financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance (in progress)

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Sulzer is an engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

About the role

As an Assistant Accountant Intern, you will work closely with our Accounting team to support a wide range of financial activities. This placement offers hands-on experience in producing financial reports, researching accounting standards and tax legislation, managing governance and credit control, and supporting internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial reports (e.g., income statements, balance sheets).


• Support month-end and year-end close processes.


• Perform monthly account reconciliations.


• Assist with tax compliance matters, including tax analysis and PAYE Settlement preparation.


• Maintain accurate financial records and perform data entry.


• Participate in internal and external audits.


• Support internal control activities and ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.


• Carry out any other duties relevant to the post.

Competencies & Behaviours

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy (right first time mentality).


• Ability to adapt to change and work flexibly.


• Good communication skills and ability to manage internal stakeholders.


• Analytical mindset with a focus on sense-checking work.


• Understanding of financial reporting processes.

Qualifications, Experience & Knowledge

• Currently studying towards a bachelor's degree, with an interest in a career in Finance.


• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.


• Proficient in MS Excel (skills will be tested during interviews).


• Experience with SAP is advantageous.

Decision Accountability

• Producing accurate financial data and research.


• Meeting deadlines for financial reporting.


• Supporting the Accounting team in various tasks.

Performance Measurements

• Timely organisation of cost control and departmental meetings.


• Accurate and punctual completion of monthly forecasts and reports.


• Material master reviews completed daily.


• Cost centre absorption and utilisation reports delivered within agreed timelines.

No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

At Sulzer, you are empowered to deliver superior results. As a pioneer in industry we have a proud heritage of innovation and continue to evolve for the future. Join our story and create your own impact by developing your expertise and building solutions that help make our lives safer, smarter and more sustainable.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2024 in Brazil, China, Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. Come and join our story!

What we offer you

• Competitive salary and company-wide bonus scheme.


• 33 days' holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) + service days.


• Defined contribution pension scheme.


• Employee Assistance Programme for personal well-being.


• Convenient on-site facilities: free onsite car park, discounted staff canteen, and access to a 24/7 onsite gym.


• Access to discounts on Everyday Shopping, Entertainment, and Lifestyle.

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. By supporting water and energy security, enabling the energy transition and driving the use of circular technologies, we help our customers build a better world.

With more than 13,000 employees and 160 world-class production facilities and service centers across the globe, we are a globally diverse team.

We value the uniqueness of all our colleagues, and we appreciate the contributions that each of us makes to the company’s success.

We prioritize your health and safety and are committed to offering a work environment in which you can thrive.

Join our team now to grow your expertise and develop solutions that truly make a difference!

Are you interested in other opportunities at Sulzer? Feel free to introduce yourself to our team.