Graduate Finance Assistant (Early Careers / Junior Finance Role)
Location: Loughborough (Hrybid 2 days WFH, 3 days office)
Hours: Full time, Monday–Friday (flexible start from 9:00am)
Contract: 12‑month fixed term
Department: Finance – Supply Chain
About the roleThis is a fantastic opportunity for a finance graduate or early‑career professional to start building a career in supply chain and operational finance within a large, fast‑paced international organisation. As a Graduate Supply Chain Finance Assistant, you’ll support the finance team with reporting, analysis and forecasting across areas such as transport, operations and inventory. You’ll receive structured training, hands-on exposure to real business data, and the chance to learn from experienced finance professionals. This role is ideal if you enjoy working with numbers, are confident using Excel, and want to develop your finance career in amercial environment.
What you’ll be doing
1. Help prepare weekly and monthly KPI reports for supply chain performance
2. Support the month‑end close process
3. Assist with inventory and working capital analysis
4. Work with Accounting teams to ensure costs and accruals are captured accurately and consistently
5. Support forecasting and budgeting activities, including the Annual Operating Plan
6. Help analyse spend and performance against budget
7. Get involved in process improvement and productivity initiatives
8. Investigate and explain variances in financial data
9. Use Excel and finance systems to support reporting and analysis
You’ll be encouraged to ask questions, develop confidence, and grow your technical finance skills over time.Who we’re looking for
10. Recent graduates in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related subject
11. Individuals with 1–2 years’ experience in a finance, accounting or analyst‑type role
12. Candidates who are part‑qualified (or planning to start) accounting qualifications such as CIMA, ACCA or ACA
What you’ll bring
13. A good understanding of basic finance and accounting concepts
14. Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data
15. Good attention to detail and accuracy
16. A curious mindset –fortable asking questions and investigating variances
17. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines
18. Clearmunication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
19. A proactive and organised approach to work
What you’ll get
20. A structured learning opportunity within a supportive finance team
21. Exposure to supply chain andmercial finance, not just transactional work
22. Hybrid working after the initial training period
23. Valuable experience within a globally recognised organisation
24. A strong platform for progression into Finance Analyst or Management Accounting roles
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