IT Graduate - Combined Finance Automation

Tarmac; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company in the UK is looking for IT graduates to join their Graduate Programme. This role focuses on IT governance and financial analysis, utilizing automation to enhance efficiency. Candidates should have a strong analytical mindset and a degree in a related field. The position offers hybrid working, enabling flexibility between on-site and remote contributions. Attractive perks and a commitment to diversity are part of the package.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Exclusive discounts via the Tarmac Reward website

Free and confidential support through Employee Assistance

Training and development tailored to goals

Qualifications

• Degree (or predicted degree) in a relevant discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in IT governance, risk, compliance, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support control design and compliance monitoring.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and ROI modelling.
• Apply automation tools to enhance financial reporting.
• Support IT controls and internal audit activities.
• Prepare financial reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interest in IT governance

Interest in financial analysis

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, Economics

Tools

Control frameworks (e.g., COBIT, NIST)

Financial systems (e.g., SAP)

Data tools (e.g., Power BI)

Job description

IT Graduate - Combined Finance Automation

IT Graduate Programme – be a part of the digital transformation at Tarmac! The construction and infrastructure sector is undergoing a digital revolution- and our Transformation department is at the heart of it! At Tarmac, we’re embracing cutting‑edge technologies, smarter systems, and innovative thinking to shape the future of how we build, connect, and operate.

Join Tarmac’s Finance & IT Controls Graduate Programme and be part of a team driving digital transformation through robust governance, risk management, and financial analysis. This unique opportunity blends technology, data, and business value creation—ideal for graduates passionate about automation, compliance, and strategic financial planning.

This role sits at the intersection of IT and Finance, offering exposure to control frameworks, audit processes, financial modelling, and the use of automation tools to enhance efficiency and insight generation. Graduates will contribute to both control assurance and financial reporting activities, supporting key initiatives across the business.

What you’ll be doing

• IT Governance & Risk Management – Support control design, risk assessments, and compliance monitoring (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001).
• Financial Planning & Analysis – Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and ROI modelling for technology investments.
• Automation & Insight Generation – Apply tools and techniques to streamline control testing and financial reporting.
• Control and Assurance – Support the design, documentation, and testing of IT controls across systems and processes. Assist with internal and external audit activities, including evidence collection and remediation tracking. Contribute to IT risk assessments and maintain the IT risk register. Participate in assurance reviews and control maturity assessments. Monitor compliance with relevant regulatory requirements such as GDPR and ISO 27001. Collaborate with IT, Cybersecurity, and Business Operations teams to promote awareness of control frameworks. Assist in the development of dashboards and reports for control and assurance metrics.
• Finance Analysis – Support the preparation and monitoring of IT budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis. Contribute to financial modelling for technology investments, including return on investment and cost‑benefit analysis. Collaborate with IT project managers to track project expenditure and capitalisation. Analyse trends in technology spending and identify opportunities for cost optimisation. Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for senior stakeholders. Assist in the development of business cases for new technology initiatives. Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and compliance with financial policies.

Projects May Include

• Development of dashboards for control and assurance metrics
• Financial modelling for digital transformation initiatives
• Automation of evidence collection and reporting processes

Developed Skills

You’ll also take part in our Graduate Core Skills Development Programme, designed to boost your business knowledge, strengthen your soft skills, and connect you with other grads and leaders across Tarmac.

What we’re looking for

We’re not just looking for tech skills – we’re looking for curious minds and problem solvers. If you’re excited by change and ready to grow, we want to hear from you.

Essential

• A degree (or predicted degree) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Interest in IT governance, risk, compliance, and financial analysis

Desirable

• Familiarity with control frameworks (e.g., COBIT, NIST), financial systems (e.g., SAP), and data tools (e.g., Power BI)

Hybrid working available – giving you the flexibility to learn and contribute both on‑site and remotely.

Why Choose Tarmac?

This is where talent meets opportunity – ignite your potential! At Tarmac, we believe in building more than just roads and infrastructure—we build careers. As the UK’s largest construction materials company

• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Exclusive discounts via the Tarmac Reward website
• Free and confidential support through our Employee Assistance helpline
• Inclusive employee communities, including REACH (Religious, Ethnic and Cultural Heritage), LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, and Female Voice
• Training and development tailored to your goals

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome and encouraged to apply.

Don’t miss out – we may close applications early if we receive a high volume of candidates, so if this sounds like your kind of opportunity, get your application in ASAP!

Contact Details

Tarmac
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Contact: Kirsty McKernan
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