Programme

The role will be a flexible 2-year rotational program comprised of 4 x 6-month rotations, with further exposure to the wider firm, to give the successful candidate a well-rounded experience and the chance to develop their skillset across all aspects of Controllers. The program also sponsors the candidate for either the Certificate in Business Accounting (CIMA) or the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualification – leading certifications recognised in every major market.

Key responsibilities

• Recording, analysing and reconciling of financial data
• Providing forecasting support
• Preparing reports and projections based on analysis
• Preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Preparing weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual management reports
• Conducting research and reporting on factors influencing business performance
• Identifying trends in financial performance and providing recommendations
• Analysing market changes and conducting comparable analyses
• Supporting the team with the independent price verification process (IPV)
• Providing support with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Providing support with new products and system implementations
• Managing balance sheet and legal entity analyses and reporting
• Monitoring policies and procedures
• Monitor controls across all legal entities
• Maintaining knowledge and adhering to compliance and regulation policies

What we look for in a candidate

• You should have a strong academic background and be in your final year of study, with a graduation year of 2027
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaborate as part of a dynamic fast-paced team
• Ability to work under pressure and in an organised manner to meet deadlines
• Basic understanding of financial markets and a desire to build a career in Financial Services
• Adaptability, ability to multitask and manage a variety of projects simultaneously
• Demonstrate professionalism and strong interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft office, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Broad understanding of financial markets and/or accounting
• Project management skills a plus
• Self-motivated and eager to make an impact
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• We hire graduates across a variety of disciplines with strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodations

At Jefferies, we are committed to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.

Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a workforce that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.