Graduate Finance Assistant

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in Leeds is seeking a Graduate Finance Assistant to support the finance team with data-driven insights and financial modelling. This role is ideal for recent graduates in Mathematics or Economics, offering up to £30,000 and study support for CIMA/ACCA. Responsibilities include developing financial models and analyzing data trends. Hybrid working is available.

Benefits

Study support (CIMA/ACCA)

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Recent Mathematics/Economics graduate with a passion for numbers.
• Strong understanding of financial modelling principles.
• Experience with tools such as Power BI, SQL, Python, or VBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust financial models for forecasting and budgeting.
• Analyse financial and operational data to identify trends.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts.

Skills

Financial modelling principles

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

2:1 or above in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Python

VBA

Job description

Marks Sattin are partnering with a leading organisation based in Leeds for the role of Graduate Finance Assistan t.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a recent Mathematics/Economics graduate with a passion for numbers and a strong grasp of financial modelling to launch their career in a commercially focused finance role.

As a Graduate Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the wider finance team with data-driven insights, financial modelling, and performance analysis.

For this role, our client will pay up to £30,000, offer study support (CIMA/ACCA) and hybrid working!

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain robust financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning

• Analyse financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and board reports
• Collaborate with stakeholders across finance, operations, and commercial teams
• Support investment appraisals and business case development
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across all reporting and modelling activities

Essential:

A 2:1 or above in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or a numerically focused degree

• Strong understanding of financial modelling principles
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., lookups, pivot tables, scenario analysis)
• Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present complex data clearly

Desirable:

• Experience with tools such as Power BI, SQL, Python, or VBA
• Previous internship or placement in a finance or data role
• Interest in pursuing a professional qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA)

Please apply if this could be of interest or contact [e-mail]!

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