Graduate Finance Analyst

This finance graduate program focuses on performance reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis while providing full study support toward a professional accounting qualification (ACCA or CIMA).

Position Overview:

Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer experiences and innovative solutions. We are looking for a driven and ambitious graduate to join our team as a Graduate Finance Analyst within our Commercial Finance function.

Job Description:

The Graduate Finance Analyst role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your commercial awareness and financial expertise while working closely with experienced Commercial Business Partners and operational leaders.

You will gain hands‑on experience supporting performance reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and decision‑making, helping to drive business performance and achieve strategic objectives. Full support will be provided to pursue a professional accounting qualification (ACCA or CIMA).

Key Responsibilities:

• Support financial and commercial reporting, including performance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting

• Assist in preparing and presenting monthly results, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities

• Contribute to monthly performance reviews and reporting packs alongside senior stakeholders

• Analyse business performance across customers, segments, and channels to support decision‑making

• Support analysis of working capital, asset utilisation, inventory, and cost‑to‑serve

• Assist with sales analysis and identifying opportunities for profitable growth

• Contribute to risk identification and performance improvement initiatives

• Support business case development, contract evaluations, and tender submissions

• Work closely with internal stakeholders including General Managers, Commercial Business Partners, and Finance teams

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Recent graduate (or due to graduate) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field

• Strong interest in developing a career in commercial finance or business partnering

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Positive attitude with a strong willingness to learn

• Basic understanding of financial metrics such as profitability, cash flow, and KPIs

• Analytical mindset with an interest in problem‑solving and data interpretation

• Willingness to study towards a professional qualification (ACCA/CIMA)

What We Offer:

In addition to a competitive salary, 25 days holiday + bank holidays and up to 7% pension you will benefit from:

• A comprehensive benefits package

• Structured training and development

• Study support for ACCA/CIMA

• Exposure to senior stakeholders and real business decision‑making

• A supportive and collaborative working environment

• Excellent career progression opportunities

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities.

If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter. Finning is a forces-friendly employer having signed the Armed Forces Covenant, and pledges to treat those who serve or have served in the armed forces, and their families fairly.