Finance Graduate Trainee

Smiley & Co, Ltd.; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of high-quality metals and materials is seeking a motivated Finance Graduate Trainee to join their Group Finance team in Huntingdon. This role is ideal for recent graduates or final-year students pursuing a professional qualification (ACCA or CIMA). You will gain broad exposure to finance, receive structured training, and participate in various finance functions. The company offers full study support, a structured development program, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Full study support towards ACCA or CIMA qualification

Structured development programme

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative and inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or final-year student with a relevant degree.
• Desire to pursue ACCA or CIMA qualification.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Group Finance team in all areas of finance.
• Assist with monthly management accounts and group reporting.
• Help prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.

Skills

Excellent numeracy and analytical skills

Strong attention to detail

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Job description

Location: Huntingdon
Salary: Competitive
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time

A supplier of high-quality metals and materials, the company specialises in the research and development sectors with a strong focus on science and industry. Their technical teams have worked on materials that have contributed to scientific breakthroughs in nuclear fusion, the fight against COVID-19, and have been used in probes that have travelled through space as far as Saturn.

Established in London in 1946, the company now supplies materials globally and holds offices in the UK, France, Germany, USA and China. Today, backed by the prestigious Private Equity firm Battery Ventures, the company is on an exciting trajectory with a strong mergers and acquisitions strategy and ambitious goals to achieve their growth targets.

The Role

They are seeking a motivated and ambitious Finance Graduate Trainee to join their Group Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate (or final-year student) looking to build a strong foundation in finance and accounting while working towards a professional qualification (ACCA or CIMA). The role offers broad exposure to all areas of finance, including transactional processing, management accounting, group consolidation, multiple finance and business systems, FP+A and financial reporting. You will receive structured training, support with your professional studies, and hands on experience working with experienced finance professionals.

Key Duties

• Support the Group Finance team as required in all areas of finance, which may include, but is not limited to:
• Monthly management accounts, group reporting, and consolidation processes.
• Assisting with transactional finance activities such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and process journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.
• Help in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Assist in maintaining financial records and ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial procedures.
• Support audit processes and liaise with external auditors as required.
• Participate in ad hoc projects and process improvement initiatives across the finance function.
• Gain exposure to systems and tools used in financial reporting and ERP systems.
• Prepare ad hoc reporting and excel and PowerBI outputs.

Skills And Qualifications

• A recent graduate (or final-year student) with a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Strong desire to pursue a professional accounting qualification (ACCA or CIMA).
• Excellent numeracy and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Benefits

• Full study support towards ACCA or CIMA qualification (including exam fees, study materials, and study leave).
• A structured development programme with regular reviews and support.
• Exposure to all areas of finance within a supportive group function.
• Career progression opportunities within the wider finance team.
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.