*About The Role
GRAHAM ACADEMY –FINANCE PLACEMENT STUDENT
Benefits:Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Living away from home allowance (where appropriate), Contributory Pension, 33 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)*
As GRAHAM continues to grow, we're offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented Placement Student to join our Finance Department for a year-long placement. This role is ideal for someone currently studying a finance or accounting related degree and looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment where learning and development are actively encouraged.
You will be working closely with, and reporting to, the Group Financial Controller, gaining exposure to a wide range of financial activities that support the strategic and operational goals of the business. This placement offers a unique opportunity to gaining a broader understanding of how finance interacts with the wider business, while also building your confidence in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
We're looking for someone who is proactive, eager to learn, and ready to take on new challenges. If you're passionate about finance and want to make the most of your placement year in a company that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
*Job Description*
The Placement Student shall:
* Carry out purchase ledger duties to include processing of supplier invoices and completion of payment runs.
* Carry out sales ledger duties to include raising, processing and issuing of customer invoices as well as monitoring aged debt.
* Liaise with suppliers and customers, reconciling to supplier statements and resolving any queries arising.
* Monitor bank and credit card accounts as well as processing of transactions and reconciliation to statements.
* Monthly reconciliation of group intercompany balances.
* Assisting with monthly management accounts preparation.
* Assisting with preparation of annual accounts.
* File management including filing, scanning, copying and organisation of documents and reports.
* Management of existing Sharepoint folders and documents therein.
* Deal with telephone/e-mail/post enquiries for the department.
Undertake any other duties which may be required by the Group Financial Controller This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Placement Student and the range of duties to be undertaken.
It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
Personal Specifications
Technical Competencies
*Essential*
* Highly organised and efficient
* Strong analytical skills
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Ability to deliver against agreed targets and objectives
* Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload accordingly
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Demonstrate competence in Excel and Word
* Attention to detail
* Good interpersonal skills
* Ability to be professional and courteous with internal and external stakeholders
* Demonstrate ability as a creative problem solver
* Experience in working in a fast-paced environment
* A team player
Desirable
* Finance experience
* Knowledge of, or previous experience in, the Construction industry
* Demonstrate competence in SharePoint
Behavioural Competencies
*Essential:
Effective Communication skills*
: Able to adapt communication to audience and create effective written documents and reports. Able to develop, maintain and manage relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
Problem Solving
: Looks objectively at every side of an idea or situation to ensure that all outcomes are thoroughly assessed before deciding on an appropriate course of action.
Planning and Prioritising
: Plans and prioritises around departmental/team objectives. Able to spot opportunities and problems in the medium and long term and develop new approaches. Has a strong attention to detail with consistently accurate results.
Adaptability
: Able to manage change and remain flexible to individual situations. Changes the overall plan, goal or project to fit the situation.
Successful candidates are expected to join the company from June 2026 onwards. This applies to those seeking graduate roles, industrial placements, or apprenticeship opportunities.
*About You*
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*Our Commitment To You:*
We are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people where everyone is recognised as an individual and where the richness of a diverse workforce is embraced to maximise business performance and to deliver lasting impact. The principles of Fairness, Inclusion & Respect (FIR) help create a positive team culture, a safer and healthier workplace, more innovation through diversity of ideas and a more productive workforce - everything thrives when we feel valued.
We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying, as we may be able to sponsor a work permit on your behalf. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK, should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.
A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.
Please apply to our vacancy portal by uploading a comprehensive and targeted CV with your relevant experiences. Note: All applicants must complete an online monitoring form.