Hermes Hiring for Finance Graduate Job at Leeds, England Full Time

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Graduate to join us on a 3 year rotational graduate scheme at our head offices in the Leeds suburb of Morley (LS27 0WH).

What Our 3 Year Finance Graduate Scheme Involves

Our graduate schemes are all about creating our future leaders, you’ll be working as part of our core business teams where you’ll be supported every step of the way, enjoying structured training and the chance to shine through working on exciting projects. Not only will you gain wide-ranging experience of a big business and bags of industry insight our graduate roles are a great opportunity for you to kick-start your career. We’ll help you on your way to climbing the career ladder into managerial roles within both the function and wider business.

• You’ll rotate around our Finance teams where you’ll work on real-life projects and get involved in different areas from accounting, tax and treasury to financial planning, analysis and business intelligence
• You’ll be hands on producing monthly reporting packs and weekly flash as well as carrying out a variety of other analysis and support work for the broader finance team and wider business
• You will be based in our Head Office in Morley, however there will be a requirement to travel nationally on occasion
• You’ll be nurtured as part of the Hermes Emerging Talent Development programme with a business mentor provided to support you on your journey with us
• Inclusive graduate peer networking and communal development days to allow you to connect with fellow graduates
• As well as learning on-the-job, you’ll study for a level 7 CIMA qualification. We’ll support you by paying for your exam fees and giving you study leave where you’ll gain the skills and experience you need to enjoy a rewarding career as an accountant and beyond!

Why Join the Hermes Finance Team?

As a business, Hermes is driven by our four values of; Do the right thing, Dare to be different, Strive for more and Be customer obsessed. It’s because of these values Hermes is the second largest parcel carrier service in the UK. We deliver 390 million parcels to over 190 countries employ 5,500+ people, work over 37 locations, including Europe’s largest Hub, deliver to 5000+ parcel shops and 900+ lockers and manage 27,000+ self-employed couriers.

Our Finance team impacts on every part of Hermes. We look after the finances, support future plans and decision making by providing insight and expertise. There’s more to our finance team than meets the eye, we offer a wide variety of opportunities for you to earn and learn with a flair for both analysing and presenting data.

What You’ll Need To Become a Hermes Graduate

• A minimum 2:1 degree in any discipline
• A minimum of 3 A levels at Grade B or equivalent
• A minimum Grade C (4) in Maths and English GCSEs
• Great communication skills and the ability to lead, influence and build strong working relationships with a diverse team of people
• Positive attitude, resilient, determined and a great listener and communicator
• To enjoy working in a challenging, fast-paced environment
• Be analytical and good with numbers with plenty of common sense
• A full UK driving license as some travel may be required in this role between Hermes and client sites
• The ability to solve problems and keep your finger on the pulse of what’s happening across our business