Zenith is hiring a Finance Graduate in Altrincham, Manchester to support commercial finance reporting, audits, reconciliations, and management accounts while studying towards ACCA or CIMA in a hybrid working environment.Launch your finance career with Zenith!Are you a Finance graduate ready to put theory into practice and build a career where your work genuinely makes an impact? At our Altrincham office near Manchester, we're looking for an ambitious Finance Graduate to join our Commercial Finance team and support the delivery of high‑quality financial insight across the business.This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, commercially focused environment, while being supported to study for a professional qualification such as ACCA or CIMA.Why Zenith? As the UK's largest independent vehicle solutions provider, we support some of the country's best‑known businesses and thousands of drivers every day, whilst also leading the transition to smarter, greener vehicle solutions for over 30 years.Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We invest in your development, celebrate individuality, and create an environment where you can thrive. Through our MyGPS development framework, you'll have clear career pathways - whether that's progressing into a senior role, leadership, or moving into specialist teams across the business.With hybrid working, an inclusive culture and a strong focus on wellbeing, Zenith is a place where your contribution is valued, and your voice is heard.What you'll be doingIn this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring accurate, timely and high‑quality financial reporting. Your responsibilities will include:Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring deadlines are met and outputs are accuratePosting journal entries, extracting data and preparing insightful financial reportsPerforming balance sheet reconciliations and reviews, clearly identifying and resolving reconciling itemsAssisting with external audit requests, responding to queries and managing information uploadsEnsuring compliance with accounting policies, controls and best practice, providing clear audit evidence for third partiesWhat we're looking forWe're looking for a motivated graduate who is keen to learn, grow and make a difference.Essential skills & experience:Undergraduate degree in a financial or related disciplineWillingness to study towards a professional qualification (ACCA or CIMA)Strong numerical and technical aptitudeConfident IT skills, including strong Excel capabilityExcellent organisation, planning and time‑management skillsHigh attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger pictureComfortable working to deadlines in a dynamic, changing environmentConfident managing own workload and prioritising effectivelyBehaviour & mindsetAt Zenith, how you work matters as much as what you deliver. You'll succeed here if you:Build strong relationships and manage stakeholders effectivelyCommunicate clearly, openly and professionallyAct with integrity and maintain confidentialityTake ownership of your own development and learningBring a positive, can‑do attitude to your workWhat's In It for You?Salary £30,000 per annum24 days holiday, plus a day off for your birthday (with the option to buy more)Hybrid working – typically three days per week in the office6.25% pension contribution Health and wellbeing support, including Mental Health First AidersLife Insurance, Critical Illness Cover, Dental and Health Cash Plans, Funded HRT Treatment, and moreCar and tech schemes, cycle to work, season ticket loans, breakdown cover and moreSports and social clubs, company activities, and team events.Inclusive culture with inclusion networks.
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