We are looking for a Graduate or recent Graduate Finance Assistant to join our Joint Venture team based on Hinkley Point C in Somerset. The JV that VSL is part of are involved in the building of the housing of the nuclear reactors.
Job Purpose and Scope:
As a Graduate Assistant Accountant, you will have the opportunity to work across the business supporting our projects in a team with multiple responsibilities and a focus on collaboration. The following are examples of areas of finance you will get involved in:
About the Role:
As an Graduate Finance Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the project Cost Controller and be deeply involved in cost control. Your key areas of activity will include:
Discrepancy Management: Identify and manage any discrepancies to ensure accurate financial records and reporting.
Project Cash and Payments Monitoring: Monitor project cash flow and assist in managing payments.
Procurement Support: Assist in procuring goods for the project, ensuring efficient and timely delivery.
General Project Administration: Handle various project administration tasks such as timesheets, delivery notes, and supplier follow-up.
Manual Payment Requests: Raise manual payment requests as necessary to facilitate project operations.
Cost Control Reporting: Collaborate with the project cost controller to prepare comprehensive cost control reports.
Our graduate programme will start in September 2023 but there is the potential to start earlier if you have already completed your degree.
Essential & Desirable criteria:
A 2:1 in finance or a related subject
A genuine interest in the construction industry
Graduate programme
You will be enrolled onto our graduate programme which is a two year structured training scheme. The programme is designed to enhance and develop soft skills and technical capability through a blend of classroom based learning and on the job training. Our programme offers a balance of training and on the job learning to support your transition to becoming an accomplished professional. Graduates will take responsibility and accountability for their careers, while we offer guidance and support to help you reach your goals. We will support your route to chartership.
Why VSL UK
VSL’s story started with a genuine technical revolution that helped broaden horizons for civil and construction engineers allowing them to push the boundaries of calculating structures further. Throughout the years we have continued to develop our products, equipment and construction technologies to respond to more and more stringent specifications in terms of quality, performance and construction speed.
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the most technically innovative and challenging projects across the UK and the world. With a strong corporate culture, our values reflect how we operate with Respect, Excellence, Courage, Integrity and Passion. We offer competitive basic salaries coupled with generous company benefits, including:
26 days annual leave, increasing to by 2 days for 2 years’ service (max. 30 days)
Pension scheme
Life insurance
Private medical insurance
Cycle to Work Scheme
Access to Lifestyle Benefits (such as our Cycle to Work Scheme)
Be Yourself!
Here at the Bouygues Group we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply.
By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led diversity & inclusion communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (LGBTQ+), Kaleidoscope (BAME), Disability and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network.
We are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
We value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details. If you choose to apply for this role, please do not include any sensitive data on your CV which reveals (directly or indirectly); your race or ethnic origins, your political, philosophical or religious opinions, or your membership of a trade union, your social security number, or information which relates to your health or sexual orientation or to any criminal convictions
