Graduate Accountant

This entry-level local government finance and public sector accounting scheme focuses on civic fund management, regulatory governance, and municipal audit practices, training recent graduates over a three-year contract to master data analytics, learn industry-specific software, and complete a professional financial qualification.

Come and join our team  

Our Finance Team is looking for someone who is motivated, enthusiastic, keen to learn and grow, and interested in pursuing a Postgraduate career in finance.  

With a keen eye for detail and good analytical skills, you will play a vital role in managing public funds and supporting community services, all whilst having opportunities to develop valuable skills and qualifications, in a supportive and friendly work environment.

The Graduate will gain hands‑on experience through a combination of project work and operational responsibilities, building a strong understanding of financial management, governance and audit within a Local Authority context. 

Are you….. 

… Adaptable, organised, a problem solver, detail‑focused, with strong data analytical and project management skills. Are you able to communicate clearly and with others at all levels in those you work with?  

What matters to you:

• People– You can communicate with your peers, business partners, managers and stakeholders, you are a people person, who loves helping others and can quickly build working relationships and trust.  

• Welsh Language – you can use and enhance your Welsh language daily through conversations with stakeholders, partners, managers, Cabinet Members and your team. You offer support to those around you to be more confidant using the language.

• Future workforce –You can manage your time, prioritise tasks, produce accurate work and stay on track across different projects. You can see you are helping to make a difference to the community we live in.

• Learning–You are take ownership of your work, meet deadlines and are willing to learn and develop your knowledge of the services in Carmarthenshire and the impact it has on our community.

• Challenge –No two days are the same, you love the challenge of problem solving and working on different projects and seeing your work coming to fruition.

• Digital Skills - You are willing to develop your IT skills, and learn industry‑specific software along with moving the services into the digital era

What we can offer you:  

• We will guarantee you a warm welcome to our team from the minute you start.   

• A 3-year contract within our team  

• A full induction and ongoing support from your line manager and the team.  

• Competitive rates of pay (Real Living Wage)  

• Undertake a relevant qualification with a supportive provider.  

• The right training and support to fulfil the role, this will include online e-learning, face to face training and shadowing.  

• At the end of the fixed term contract, there may be opportunities to be appointed to a role subject to availability, suitability, and individual performance.  

**The Welsh language is integral to the identity of Carmarthenshire and its people. If you don't currently meet the Welsh language standard that we need for this role, we will work together on your Welsh language journey and help you develop the skills needed to succeed in this position.

Closing Date:  

21/06/2026, 23:55 

The Rewards 

We’re proud to offer a range of benefits to our staff. Please note that the examples shown are just some of what may be available, and eligibility can vary depending on your role or contract type. For instance, certain benefits may not apply to casual workers.

• Competitive salary 

• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing addition annual leave

• Access to staff health and wellbeing support

• Personal development and career progression 

• Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle-to-work scheme

• Flexible working and family friendly policies 

Additional Information

We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve.  We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.