Finance Graduate - 2026 - Watford

Skanska UK Plc; Watford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Watford seeks graduates for its 2026 Graduate Programme in Finance. The role offers insights into cashflow management and transaction recording. Ideal candidates are final-year students or recent graduates with a degree in Finance, Business, or Maths, showcasing strong Excel skills and a passion for sustainability. Join a community focused on professional development and innovation.

Benefits

Professional development pathways

Networking opportunities

Mental health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Final-year student or recent graduate with a relevant degree.
• Enthusiastic learner dedicated to personal and professional development.
• Interest in innovation and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cashflow management and transaction recording.
• Support month-end and year-end activities.
• Participate in continuous process improvement.

Skills

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Accounting system skills

Teamwork and problem-solving

Education

Finance, Business or Maths related degree

Job description

What do you want from your work? From your life?
If you’re looking for more than just a job, if you want to make a real difference with every decision you make, you’re in the right place.

Skanska is one of the largest construction and development companies in the world. Together, we shape how we live, work and connect – we build from the ground up and maintain your local communities, infrastructure and transportation.

We’re excited to open applications for our 2026 Graduate Programme, starting in September. This is your opportunity to build a meaningful career where your work contributes to healthier, greener, and more inclusive places for people to thrive.

You’ll gain hands-on experience, structured learning, and the support of mentors who care about your growth. You’ll develop the technical and interpersonal skills to help you succeed and make a lasting impact.

This role sits within our Finance team at our Head Office in Leavesden, Watford. T his role is designed to develop your technical accounting skills, commercial awareness and data analysis through hands-on experience and a variety of structured learning placements across the business.

What you'll do:

• Assist with cashflow management, transaction recording, general ledger maintenance and balance sheet reconciliations to help deliver accurate corporate reporting and business controls.
• Work with finance and operations colleagues to complete month-end and year-end activities, support audits and contribute to continuous process improvement and robust process documentation.
• Maintain and improve process documentation and contribute to small improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and control.
• Develop technical accounting skills and commercial awareness through a variety of placements across the business.
• Actively participate in the Skanska Graduate Programme, complete assigned development activities, and progress toward obtaining your accountancy qualification.

What you'll bring to the role:

• Final-year student or recent graduate with a Finance, Business or Maths related degree.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Accounting system skills.
• Strong interest in innovation, sustainability, and positive societal impact, demonstrated through collaborative teamwork and proactive problem-solving.
• Enthusiastic learner dedicated to personal and professional development, with a willingness to work towards professional accountancy qualification.

What we offer:

• You will join a community of 100+ graduates and apprentices, with opportunities to build networks and collaborate across the business
• Support and guidance from experienced leaders and teams, plus development pathways to help you achieve professional accreditation — we cover membership expenses for the professional body of your choice
• Regular professional and social events
• Opportunities to volunteer at least one day per year
• Access to our employee networks including Women’s, Ability, Pride, O.N.E (Origins Nationality Ethnicity), Military, and Mental Health & Wellbeing
• My Rewards discounts and cycle to work scheme to support a healthy work–life balance where possible
• You would be joining a mental-health-aware organisation and will have access to wellbeing support through our employee assistance programme, mental health ambassador network and wellbeing conversations

Programme start date: September 2026 - Join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success – every step of the way.

Interviews: The Assessment Centre for this role will be held in person, during the week commencing 12th January and 26th January 2026.

Equal opportunities

We value diversity and strive to create inclusive teams — we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and protected characteristics and believe different perspectives make us stronger.

Flexible working and reasonable adjustments

Please ask about flexibility at interview and we will explore what is possible for the role. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] so we can support you.

More information about the role

Please note this advert may not include every assigned duty or responsibility and may be amended at Skanska’s discretion, including the closing date; if you have questions contact [e-mail] .