Group Finance Graduate

Bayer Ag; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Group Finance Graduate and embark on a journey to develop your finance skills. This innovative program offers exposure to various finance functions, enabling you to build practical skills while being mentored by experienced accountants. You will engage in a structured learning plan that fosters critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in a multicultural environment. If you're eager to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in finance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Honours in Accounting or equivalent in Finance required.
• 0-2 years working experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gain insight into various Finance functions during the rotational program.
• Support Finance activities and work on projects in Finance functions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Social skills

Intercultural skills

Education

Bachelor Honours in Accounting

Equivalent title in Finance

Job description

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all, Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility.

We're doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining 'impossible'.

There are so many reasons to join us.

If you're hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there's only one choice: Group Finance Graduate.

Purpose of the Role: The Finance Graduate Trainee Programme has been designed to give exposure within the Finance spectrum. This programme will provide an opportunity to see how we manage the Finances of the Bayer SA Divisions. Our aim is to develop our future leaders with a functional talent programme through a central assignment.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

1. During the Rotational Program, you will gain deep insight into various functions in Finance.
2. Rotation will be discussed with the trainee within the Finance and Tax Team.
3. You will support Finance activities in the country with E2E Finance experience, assigned responsibilities, and work on projects in our Finance functions.
4. Follow a structured learning plan with specific focus areas throughout the program, mentored by experienced Accountants who will provide feedback on your performance and agree on development measures with you.
5. Build practical skills with business knowledge and multiple system knowledge.

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies:

1. Bachelor Honours in Accounting or any other relevant / equivalent title in Finance.
2. Working Experience – 0-2 Years.
3. Fluency in English and Afrikaans.
4. Analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
5. Social & intercultural skills enabling you to work in a multicultural environment.
6. Enthusiasm for the Finance Portfolio.

Location: Division: Enabling Functions

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.