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Junior Accountant - Placement Year

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Accounting & Tax
    Business, Operations & Strategy
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AI generated summary

  • You should aspire to complete ACCA/CIMA, thrive in fast-paced environments, be hard-working and eager to learn, while collaborating well and building relationships at all levels.
  • You will analyze financial data, support budgeting and forecasting, process accounting entries, reconcile balances, and assist with ad-hoc project analysis.

Requirements

  • Future ambitions of completing one of ACCA/CIMA (study support provided)
  • Able to throw yourself in at the deep end and thrive in a fast paced, commercial environment
  • Hard working and willingness to learn is essential
  • Collaborative approach to work, always take the team with you and able to build relationships with colleagues at all levels of an organisation

Responsibilities

  • Working alongside other Junior Accountants and reporting into a supervisor the placement will give you exposure to different areas within Finance: Management accounts, FP&A and Group Reporting
  • Put your analytical skills to the test; gathering data and finding out the exact trend that can be acted upon to reduce costs and/or improve efficiency of a business operation
  • You will be involved in understanding and improving cost reporting through departments to provide further insight and support a business unit in their decision-making process
  • Supporting an area of the group’s financial forecasting and budgeting activities
  • Processing accounting entries and numerous recharges within our UK Group subsidiaries ensuring completion of month-end processes within the required deadlines
  • Analysing/posting prepayments and accruals with the result of reconciling the balance sheet
  • Ad-hoc project analysis to support any significant investments or business acquisitions

FAQs

What is the job title for this placement opportunity?

The job title is Junior Accountant - Placement Year.

Where is the placement located?

The placement is located at the Frasers Group Shirebrook Head Office.

What type of experience will this placement provide?

This placement will provide an unforgettable experience in a fast-paced and dynamic £4bn turnover PLC, focusing on finance, accounting, and data analysis within the operational business.

What qualifications are required for this role?

The candidate should have future ambitions of completing an ACCA/CIMA qualification, and a willingness to learn is essential.

What kind of environment will I be working in?

You will be working in a fast-paced, commercial environment.

Will I receive support for my studies?

Yes, study support for ACCA/CIMA will be provided.

What tasks will I be involved in during this placement?

Tasks include working on management accounts, financial forecasting and budgeting activities, processing accounting entries, analyzing prepayments and accruals, and supporting ad-hoc project analysis.

Is teamwork important for this role?

Yes, a collaborative approach to work is essential, and building relationships with colleagues at all levels is important.

What qualities are valued at Frasers Group?

Frasers Group values thinking without limits, owning your role and results, and being relevant to people, partners, and the planet.

What is the expected outcome from this role?

The expected outcome is to gain significant exposure to different areas within Finance, improve analytical and reporting skills, and support critical business decision-making processes.

We are building the planet’s most admired and compelling brand ecosystem.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1982
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Frasers Group started as a small store in Maidenhead in 1982 and from there, grew to become a global powerhouse. We are now a collection of the world’s most iconic brands including Sports Direct, Flannels, GAME, Jack Wills, Sofa.com, Evans Cycles, USC, and Everlast. We believe the higher the risk, the greater the reward. We’ve never been afraid to strive forward and change the way the industry operates, diversifying our portfolio and elevating stores. We’re pushing the boundaries of traditional retail environments; future-proofing our business and improving product access to create a shopping environment that will be fit for purpose for many more years to come. We’re not sitting back – there’s no room for hesitation.