Financial Analyst Graduate

Robert Bosch Group; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

25 days annual leave

Company Performance Bonus (up to £1,50

Enhanced pension contributions

Health & wellbeing support

Discounts on Bosch products

Job summary

Worcester Bosch is offering an Advanced Apprentice Financial Analyst role within the After sales department. You will support financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and review of partner invoices, contributing to better financial performance of aftersales operations.

The role focuses on data analysis, model maintenance, and cross-team collaboration to deliver insights and drive improvements in pricing and profitability.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking to interpret financial data and identify trends.
• Strong numeric and data-driven mindset for budgeting and forecasting.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and analysing financial reports for aftersales operations.
• Support budgeting and forecasting with data gathering and analysis.
• Perform variance analysis to compare actuals with budgets and identify trends.
• Maintain financial models and planning tools used by the team.
• Collaborate with aftersales to gather data for decision making.
• Prepare management presentations summarising key findings and recommendations.
• Monitor KPIs and financial metrics to evaluate efficiency.
• Contribute to ad-hoc analyses and special projects as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modelling

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Finance or Accounting degree

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

• Legal Entity: Bosch Thermotechnology Ltd.

Company Description

We’re the nation’s favourite heating brand, here to warm up people’s homes, lives, and futures.

From boilers, hybrids and heat pumps to solar thermal and smart controls, we’re givingour customers plenty of choice. With cutting-edge tech and research, we’re right in the thick of the drive for a better future of home heating.

It’s not all tools and tech. People are the real heart of our company. We connect with our customers to deliver genuinely helpful support, and we care about our employees and give them enriching careers. We work hard, we work together, and we work with a cause – delivering brilliant customer support and exceptional engineering.

As an organisation of more than 1,600 employees, we also take our role in the communities we serve seriously. From giving away free heating systems for community spaces, to our charity, education, and volunteer work – we’re no strangers to rolling our sleeves up, getting stuck in, and helping out.

If that sounds like something you’d like to be a part of, we’d love to meet you.

Come and work #LikeABosch at Worcester Bosch.

Job Description

We are excited to offer you the opportunity to join our After sales department as an Advanced Apprentice Financial Analyst!

The role is within the Service Department of Worcester Bosch which employs nearly 500 people. This role is to assist in analysing financial data, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and providing insights to enhance the financial performance of our aftersales operations. Also support in the review, approval and signing off partner invoices.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Assisting the Senior Financial Analyst of the department in the following:

• Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial reports related to aftersales operations, including service revenue, warranty claims and profitability.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by gathering and analysing relevant data.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual performance against budgeted figures, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Help maintain financial models and tools used for financial planning and analysis.
• Collaborate with the aftersales team to gather data and insights that inform financial decision‑making.
• Prepare presentations and reports for management, summarizing key findings and recommendations.
• Assist in monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to evaluate operational efficiency.
• Participate in special projects and ad‑hoc analyses as required by the finance team.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Support in the development of pricing strategies for aftersales services and products by gathering information and insights
• Foster a positive working relationship with the controlling partner to offer local insights into the department's daily operations
• Support the review and approval process for partner invoices

Key Focuses:

• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Budgeting and Forecasting SupportPerformance Monitoring
• Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams
• Continuous Learning and Development

Qualifications

Education requirements:

Degree in one of the following areas would be beneficial: Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or Data Science.

Skills & Attributes:

The successful candidate we are looking for should be able to demonstrate some or all the following Attributes:

• Analytical Skills: The ability to analyse financial data, identify trends, and make sense of complex information is crucial.
• Attention to Detail: Precision is vital in financial analysis, as small errors can lead to significant consequences.
• Financial Knowledge: A strong understanding of financial principles, accounting, and economics is necessary to interpret data accurately.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial modelling and tools such as Excel, as well as familiarity with financial software and databases, is important.
• Communication Skills: The ability to convey complex financial information clearly and concisely to stakeholders is essential.
• Problem‑Solving Skills: Financial analysts must be able to identify issues and develop strategic solutions based on their analyses.
• Time Management: The ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively is important, especially when working under tight deadlines.
• Critical Thinking: Evaluating information critically and making informed decisions based on data is a key attribute for success.
• Teamwork: Collaboration with other departments and team members is often necessary to gather information and present findings.
• Adaptability: The financial landscape can change rapidly, so being adaptable and open to learning new skills is beneficial.

Additional Information

Deadline for Applications: 4th September 2026

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time so we encourage candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Expected Start Date:

Please note that this date is advisory and can be flexible within reason.

Working Hours: 39 hours per week – standard working pattern of 08:00 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 – 16:00 Friday with a 1-hour lunchbreak

Working with uscomes with the following benefits:

• Hybrid working options available
• 25days annual leave per year plus bank holidays – additional service days accrued after 5 years
• Eligibility for our Company Performance Bonus (up to £1,500 gross per annum)
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Access to the Perkbox and My Benefits platforms giving access to discounts, group income protection and death in service benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP
• Discounts on products from across the Bosch Group
• Subsidised onsite café and canteen
• Health & wellbeing support including: over 200 trained mental health first aid champions, free of charge employee assistance programme and after 2 years’ service you gain eligibility for funding up to £150 per annum to support your personal wellbeing
• Access to Bosch Social Club membership offering you and up to 5 friends and family discounts on excursions and events
• Cycle to work scheme with discounts on push-bikes, e-bikes and accessories
• Policy to support growing families
• Access to self-service training platform containing over 200 Bosch approved programmes
• Networking opportunities across Bosch UK including a mentoring programme
• And more!

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