Graduate Finance Assistant

Job Title: Graduate Finance Assistant

Location: Rugby

Salary: £32,500 DOE

Hybrid

Our client based near Rugby is looking for a Graduate Finance Assistant to join their global leading business. This is the ideal role for someone looking to begin a career in finance, with a clear pathway of progression under an excellent finance manager. The role is paying up to £32,500 per annum, and will require 3 days per week on-site.

What you'll do:

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts by gathering data, reconciling figures, and ensuring accuracy across all financial records.
• Support the finance team in processing invoices, managing purchase orders, and maintaining up-to-date supplier information within internal systems.
• Help monitor company expenses by reviewing claims, checking receipts, and ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the production of regular financial reports by compiling relevant data and presenting findings in a clear and concise manner.
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities by preparing schedules, supporting reconciliations, and assisting with audit requirements.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across departments to resolve queries related to payments, budgets, or other finance-related matters.
• Maintain accurate records of transactions by updating ledgers, filing documentation securely, and following best practices for data management.
• Assist with ad hoc projects such as process improvements or system upgrades that enhance efficiency within the finance function.
• Respond promptly to internal and external queries regarding financial information while providing excellent customer service at all times.

What you bring:

• Excellent interpersonal and numerical skills with the ability to analyse data accurately and present findings clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Strong organisational abilities enabling you to manage multiple tasks efficiently while meeting deadlines under supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications-particularly Excel-for handling spreadsheets, performing calculations, and generating reports.
• A keen eye for detail ensuring accuracy when processing financial documents or entering data into systems.
• Effective communication skills allowing you to interact positively with colleagues at all levels as well as external stakeholders when required.
• A collaborative approach that values teamwork, knowledge sharing, and supporting others within the department.
• Willingness to take on new challenges by participating in training sessions or contributing ideas for process improvements.
• Demonstrated integrity when handling confidential information or sensitive financial data.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates