Finance Intern

ADP, Inc.; Staines-upon-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. invites you to join its 12‑month paid finance internship in August 2027 at our Staines office. This placement gives hands‑on experience in Financial Reporting, FP&A, and accounting while you contribute to real business processes.

You will work in a hybrid setup (3 days in office, 2 days from home) and engage with audit teams, tax advisers, and stakeholders across the UK. Applicants must be undergraduate in Finance/Business/Accounting/Maths and eager to learn.

Qualifications

• Must be an undergraduate student in Finance, Business, Accounting or Maths.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Willing to learn and take a proactive approach to tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly financial reporting and measuring performance.
• Support FP&A during forecast and budget cycles.
• Review financial data and build historic trends.
• Participate in meetings with auditors and advisers.
• Assist with monthly close and year-end tasks.
• Post journals and gain ERP experience (Oracle).
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for UK entities.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Interest in Finance

Willing to learn

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Undergraduate student (Finance/Business/Accounting/Maths)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ADP’S Internship Programme is now live! We’re looking for enthusiastic students undertaking a placement year as part of their bachelors degree to join us for a 12-month paid finance internship in August 2027.

* Are you ready to join a company where you can kickstart your career and gain practical experience? * Do you have an interest in finance/accounting? * Are you looking for an inclusive environment with a culture of collaboration and belonging?

Location: Our Staines Office – 2 Causeway Park, The Causeway, Staines-Upon-Thames, TW18 3BF United Kingdom

Hybrid working: 3 days in office & 2 days from home

Start date: 30th August 2027

What's our secret to success? Well, that's easy. People like you. As part of the UK Internship Programme, your goal is simple: learn as much as possible in 1 year. We'll set you up with all the tools, knowledge, and people you need to have a successful year in industry. Offering you valuable insight and real-world experience to help unlock your strengths and focus your career aspirations.

If you are looking to explore the world of Finance and build real-life experience in Financial Reporting, Financial Accounts, Financial policies and procedures then this internship is for you.

Please note: you must be based within a commutable distance to our Staines office.

THINGS YOU'LL DO:

• Assist in preparing monthly reports, and reviewing financial performance
• Support FP&A team throughout Forecast/Budget process
• Review and analyse financial data building historic trends
• Participate in meetings with external auditors and tax advisers
• Assist with the annual audit & month end related tasks.
• Post journals and gain experience working with an ERP business system (Oracle)
• Prepare sound balance sheet reconciliations and support for all UK Managed entities as required
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Have an interest in Finance/Accounting
• Willing to learn and have a positive attitude
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Motivated to succeed, with a proactive approach to getting things done
• Proficent in Microsoft Excel
• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate within any of the following disciplines: Finance, Business Management, Accounting, Maths

If you've made it down this far, we have to ask: What are you waiting for?

If your application is successful you will be invited for a telephone interview to discuss your skills and interest for the role. If successful after this you will be invited for a face to face interview at our Staines office.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday
• Flexible benefits – private medical insurance, excellent pension scheme, subsidized gyms, employee discount portal, life assurance cover, annual kids pass membership and many more
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company social events

YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE BECAUSE YOU CAN:

• Be yourself in a culture that values equity, inclusion, and belonging and creates a safe space for diverse perspectives and insights.
• Belong by joining one of nine Business Resource Groups to connect globally with networks and allies who share common interests and experiences.
• Grow your career in an agile, fast-paced environment with plenty of opportunities to progress.
• Continuously learn through ongoing training, development, and mentorship opportunities.
• Be your healthiest. Best-in-class benefits start on Day 1 because healthy associates are happy ones.
• Focus on your mental health and well-being. We’re here to provide exceptional service to our clients, and none of that happens without each of us taking care of ourselves and being there for one another.
• Join a company committed to giving backand generating a lasting, positive impact upon the communities in which we work and live.
• Get paid to pay it forward. Company-paid time off for volunteering for causes you care about.

A little about ADP:

We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics, and compliance expertise. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating a down-to-earth culture that embraces our core values, welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We've received recognition for our work by many esteemed organizations, learn more at ADP Awards and Recognition.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP:

ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Ethics at ADP:

ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace. Click https://jobs.adp.com/life-at-adp/ to learn more about ADP’s culture and our full set of values.