Westminster Commercial Finance
Graduate Accountant
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Graduate Accountant
Location: Canary Wharf, London
Salary: £35,000 – £42,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Launch Your Career in Accountancy
Are you a recent graduate looking to build a successful career in accounting and finance?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing finance team based in Canary Wharf, one of London's leading business districts. You will receive hands-on experience, structured training and the opportunity to develop towards a professional accounting qualification.
No extensive previous accounting experience is required. We are looking for graduates with strong potential, a positive attitude and the ambition to develop a long-term career in finance.
The Role
As a Graduate Accountant, you will work alongside experienced accountants and finance professionals, gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting activities.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with the preparation of management accounts and financial reports
- Supporting month-end and year-end accounting processes
- Preparing account reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
- Assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Supporting audit and compliance activities
- Processing and analysing financial information
- Maintaining accurate accounting records
- Using Excel and accounting systems to analyse and report financial data
- Working with senior members of the finance team on projects and process improvements
- Developing your understanding of UK accounting standards and financial controls
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What We're Looking For
- A degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business or a related subject
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Good attention to detail
- Confident communication skills
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- A willingness to learn and develop
- Professional attitude and strong work ethic
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Previous accounting experience is helpful but not essential
What You Can Expect
- £35,000 – £42,000 starting salary
- Structured training and ongoing development
- Paid study support and professional development
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- Exposure to experienced finance professionals
- Modern Canary Wharf working environment
- Increasing responsibility as your skills develop
- Opportunity to build a long-term career in accounting and finance
Why Apply?
This is more than an entry-level accounting position. It is an opportunity to establish yourself in a professional finance environment, gain practical experience and work towards becoming a qualified accountant.
If you're ambitious, commercially minded and ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career in accountancy, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply now to start your accounting career in Canary Wharf.
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