Finance Graduate

easyJet; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading low-cost airline is seeking a Finance Graduate to join its dynamic finance team in Luton. This full-time position offers hands-on experience across multiple finance functions, with a commitment to studying for a professional qualification. Responsibilities include managing accruals, preparing journals, and improving financial models. The ideal candidate should possess a strong academic background and problem-solving skills, with a keen interest in developing a finance career. This role supports hybrid working conditions and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

25 days holiday

5% pension contribution

Life Assurance

Flexible benefits package

Excellent staff travel benefits

Qualifications

• Strong academic record and a commitment to building a career in Finance.
• Intermediate skills in Excel and PowerPoint are important.

Responsibilities

• Managing monthly accruals and forecast figures.
• Preparing month-end journals and posting to ledgers.
• Reviewing financial models and providing insights to stakeholders.

Skills

Ambitious mindset

Proactive attitude

Strong problem-solving skills

Intermediate MS Office skills

Education

Degree in any discipline

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Intro

We are easyJet – a FTSE-100 listed, £multi-billion low-cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year. If you’re reading this, you have probably already been an easyJet customer, and you’ll know that there is no more iconic (or Orange!) travel brand in Europe.

Read on if you

Have a strong academic record and are studying towards or have completed a degree in any discipline

Enjoy analysing data, solving problems, and proposing ideas for change

Can be in our fantastic Luton head office 3 x per week.

The Team

You’ll be joining our Finance team – a dynamic, fast-paced part of the business that plays a critical role in keeping Europe’s favourite airline moving. We’re focused on delivering insight, accuracy, and innovation, and you’ll be part of a team that supports decision-making across the business.

The Role

As a Finance Graduate, you’ll gain hands-on experience across a wide range of finance functions while studying for a professional qualification. Over three years, you’ll rotate through different roles to build a broad skillset and understanding of how finance operates in a FTSE-100 company.

You’ll be involved in:

• Managing monthly accruals and forecast figures
• Preparing month-end journals and posting to ledgers
• Completing balance sheet reconciliations and identifying risks and opportunities
• Reviewing and improving financial models in Excel
• Providing accurate analysis and insights to stakeholders
• Building strong relationships across teams and functions

What we’re looking for

• Ambitious, proactive, and curious mindset
• Ability to communicate with both finance and non-finance colleagues
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to summarise data clearly
• Intermediate MS Office skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Commitment to building a career in Finance

What you’ll get in return

• Competitive base salary
• 25 days holiday
• 5% pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Excellent staff travel benefits

Practicalities

This full-time role will be based in Luton and will be 40 hours per week. We support hybrid working and we spend 60% of our time per month in the office.

Reasonable Adjustments

At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at [e-mail]. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.

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