Finance Graduate Trainee

ROLE TITLE: Finance Graduate Trainee

REPORTS TO: Finance Director

DEPARTMENT: Finance

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

This position will be responsible for providing additional support to the Finance function. It is anticipated, this role will develop to have responsibility for key accounting and reporting processes and for provision of financial analysis support to the commercial departments as the person (a) gains experience and (b) progresses along the route towards a formal accounting qualification.

The role will be expected to contribute to all aspects of financial management to ensure high quality information is provided to stakeholders and work effectively to meet customer requirements by ensuring information is delivered efficiently within agreed time frames.

We are seeking for an individual who is keen to develop and add value to the Finance function. You’ll need to be a great teammate, and able to accurately and confidently apply the technical skillset learned in your studies. While fully supported every step of the way, you’re someone who thrives on responsibility, challenge and problem solving.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include but not limited too;

• Gaining and demonstrating a strong working understanding, knowledge and ability in accounting and reporting processes.
• Assisting the Finance Director in responding to information requests from both internal (local and global) and external (for example Suppliers, HMRC, VAT, Customs & Excise, Auditors etc.) customers and colleagues.
• Prepares reports and documents covering accounting transactions for management review. Ensures that accurate records are kept by standard practices. Supports the budget planning process, forecasts future cash flows, provides periodic financial analysis.
• Focusing on the improvement and development of the accounting function (SAP, reporting tools, information interfaces)
• An additional resource cross collaborating across the Finance function to be utilised in the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and other finance functions or projects

YOUR PROFILE

• Graduate with minimum 2:2 in a finance degree - Required
• 3 A levels between A* - C - Required
• CIMA Qualified - Preferred
• Experience in a financial position within a pharmaceutical organisation - Preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Required
• Excellent MS Office skills, in particular Excel, Word and PowerPoint - Required
• Good Analytical skills - Preferred

OUR BENEFITS

• 25 days Annual Leave, increasing with length of Service
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance Cover
• Dental Care
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Health Vitamins
• Eyecare Vouchers
• Collaboration in multi-functional international teams
• Attractive location with good transport links to a modern, well-equipped office
• Great development opportunities and on the job training

ABOUT US

Merz is an independent international company, active in the research, development and distribution of innovative products in the areas of aesthetic medicine and neurologically induced movement disorders.

Our continued growth and market leadership in aesthetics and neurotoxins is the result of our drive for innovation, along with focused, strategic acquisitions. We have continued to expand across all areas of our business, due to a focused, purposeful approach that includes both organic and inorganic growth. As a privately-held and family-owned company with a 100 year-plus history, we believe in taking a long-term view.

Within the UK we employ talented individuals across a range of disciplines including sales, marketing, medical affairs, operations, finance, and IT. Our UK headquarters is in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £26,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hemel Hempstead, HP2 4TZ

Reference ID: FGT01