Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland
Trainee Financial Accountant
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Trainee Financial Accountant
Trainee Financial Accountant East Leake (Hybrid Working)
At Saint-Gobain Finance Shared Services, we're looking for a Trainee Financial Accountant to join our Financial Accounting team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate, someone at the beginning of their finance career, who is looking to develop their knowledge within a supportive, collaborative environment.
Working as part of an experienced team, you'll gain exposure to a wide range of financial accounting activities, receive ongoing support with your professional development and build the foundations for a successful career in finance. Our hybrid working model offers the flexibility to balance office collaboration with working from home.
What we're looking for
- A recent graduate who has a genuine interest in financial accounting and a desire to build a long-term career in finance.
- A positive attitude with a willingness to learn, develop and take on new challenges.
- Strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and confidence working with numbers.
- Good Excel skills and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues across the business.
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What you'll be doing
- Supporting the month-end and year-end close process across multiple Saint-Gobain entities.
- Preparing journals, balance sheet reconciliations and assisting with VAT returns.
- Working closely with colleagues across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury and local Finance teams to ensure accurate financial records.
- Assisting with financial reporting and maintaining strong internal controls.
- Developing your technical accounting knowledge while working alongside experienced finance professionals.
Are Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?
Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of "Making the World a Better Home." We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also leads to better decision-making and innovation. Whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.
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And what about flexibility?
At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments, and we'll happily discuss any flexibility you may need for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request, we do promise to listen. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your accounting career with a global organisation that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.
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