Graduate Trainee Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

Support the FP&A team by preparing financial reports, forecasts, budgets, and Power BI dashboards to help senior management make business decisions.

Tasks

Daimler Buses UK Ltd is a subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG – one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers.  Daimler Buses UK Ltd caters for the UK and Irish markets.  Home to four brands, we are the official local supplier of Mercedes-Benz and Setra buses and coaches. 

All our vehicles are fully supported by our OMNIplus service and parts brand.  Through BusStore, our pre-owned sales brand, we facilitate the buying and selling of quality vehicles with additional warranty and financing options.

The Role:

• Prepare and analyse month‑end performance reports for Senior Management and the Board.

• Design, build and enhance Power BI dashboards to clearly present financial performance and KPIs.

• Ensure FP&A numbers are accurate and complete throughout the month‑end process.

• Prepare forecast numbers and supporting analysis for annual budget and in‑year forecasting cycles.

• Support continuous improvement of FP&A processes, reporting efficiency and data quality.

Qualifications

Your Profile:

• Must hold the right to work in the UK for the duration of at least 3 years in line with the length of the qualification (no sponsorship provided).

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Mathematics, or a related field.

• Commitment to study towards a professional qualification (e.g. CIMA or ACCA).

• Prior experience within a working environment is desirable.

• Able to interpret financial statements and collect, cleanse and report on data.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.

• Understanding and interest in P&L reporting, variance analysis, budgeting and forecasting.

• Good Excel skills; experience with Power BI or similar tools is desirable.

• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.

• Proactive and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.

We Offer:

• A salary range of £27,000 to £30,000 per annum, dependent upon skills and experience.

• Fully funded study for professional qualification (CIMA or ACCA).

• The opportunity to gain experience within a professional finance and accounting environment.

• 39 hour working week.

• 33 days holiday per year including statutory holidays.

• Life assurance from day one (4 x basic salary).

• A group personal pension scheme with employer contribution increases, based on length of service.

• Private medical insurance.

• Access to the Mercedes Benz car lease scheme.

• An employee assistance and wellbeing programme.

• Recognition of employee milestones.

• A cycle to work scheme.

• Free onsite parking.

Please note this is a temporary position whilst studying towards a professional qualification.

Our company culture

At Daimler Truck we are united in our purpose: We work for all who keep the world moving. Our impact as a global transportation company depends entirely on the contribution of each individual.

We believe that our individual strengths lead to the best team performance. Together, we create an inclusive culture where a deep sense of belonging fuels innovation and growth.

We welcome applications from everyone, people of all cultures and genders, different generations and phases of life, and people with disabilities. You can be your true self at Daimler Truck.