Job Title Finance Graduate - Newcastle Job Description Calling Graduates! Do you have a passion for Finance? Are you motivated to solve problems and work with others to find solutions? Have you got a growth mindset and a hunger to learn? Are you looking for an opportunity to kickstart your career with a three-year Graduate Programme that offers industry leading training and mentoring? How about gaining experience at a global FTSE 100 listed software company that has big growth ambitions? Welcome to Sage. We want to hear from individuals with interests in in Finance, Economics, Accounting or Mathematics. Bring your passion along with curiosity, plus an eagerness to collaborate and innovate and you'll find support to help you grow at every turn. You'll work alongside experts that are at the top of their field, helping you gain a range of practical and technical skills to really develop your knowledge and experience This role is based in our London office, with 3 days minimum in the office per week. Key Responsibilities What will the Programme look like? This 3-year graduate programme provides a unique opportunity to be supported by Sage through a professional CIMA qualification whilst learning on-the-job how these studies relate to a variety of Finance roles in a fast-paced software business. Throughout the scheme, you will complete three placements within different areas of Sage's finance team to gain valuable insight into a broad range of roles. Building your network across the business, you'll be ideally placed to set you up for success in Finance at Sage and beyond. You will develop your technical accounting skills, supporting analytics, processing transactions, and supporting the preparation of reports. Alongside these technical skills, you'll also work closely with a wide range of stakeholders both inside and outside of Sage, so will have the opportunity to develop your communication and influencing skills. Whilst gaining unrivalled hands-on experience, your studies will help underpin your knowledge, and you'll be coached and mentored to really set your career on the right path. The successful candidate will be keen to self-develop, enthusiastic and look to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. What will make you successful? We're open to different degree disciplines, however you'll ideally have 2:1 or above in in Finance, Economics, Accounting or Mathematics, or any degree with a demonstrated interest and passion. The following skills will also help you thrive in role, - Keen interest in pursuing a career in Finance. - Innovative and analytical mindset. - Adaptability and flexibility. - Teamworking and collaboration. - Desire to learn and make an impact. - Communication skills. What can you expect from the process? 1. Apply online with CV/Resume 2. Complete screening and cognitive testing, followed by a video interview. 4. If your video interview is successful, you'll be invited to an Assessment Centre. 5. Successful candidates will join our Graduate Programme on 1st September 2026 As we receive a high volume of applications, you may receive a delayed response to your video interview. We thank you for your patience. Here at Sage, we are committed to inclusivity for all, so if there any adjustments that would help you thrive in the application process or beyond, please reach out to us at earlycareers@sage.com Function Finance Function Finance Country United Kingdom Office Location London Work Place type Hybrid Advert Working at Sage means you're supporting millions of small and medium sized businesses globally with technology to work faster and smarter. We leverage the future of AI, meaning business owners spend less time doing routine tasks, like entering invoices and generating reports, and more time pursuing their ambitions. Our colleagues are the best of the best. It's why we were awarded 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor. Because to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we need extraordinary teams. This means infusing Sage with people who knock down barriers, continuously innovate, and want to experience their potential. Learn more about working at Sage: sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/working-at-sage/ Watch a video about our culture: youtube.com/watch?v=qIoiCpZH-QE We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. If you need support applying, reach out at careers@sage.com. Learn more about DEI at Sage: sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/