Junior Graduate Financial Accountant - CIMA Qualification Supported

About the Role

Are you a motivated graduate looking to launch your career in finance with a market leader? Join Edmundson Electrical, the UK's premier electrical equipment distributor, as a Graduate Financial Accountant in Knutsford. This is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on professional experience with a fully funded path to CIMA qualification.

Main Missions

• Collaborate daily with various departments and sites to ensure financial accuracy.
• Perform regular account verifications and financial reconciliations.
• Support the finance team across diverse areas of the business to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Actively engage with stakeholders to gather information and resolve financial queries.

Candidate Profile

• University degree holder (preferred) in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Highly detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Proactive mindset: willing to ask questions and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
• Resilient and capable of managing tight deadlines, particularly during peak periods like January and month-end.
• Available for overtime when required to support business needs.

Required Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaboration.
• Excellent teamwork and organizational abilities.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary of £31,000 per annum plus overtime pay.
• Fully funded CIMA management accounting qualification over the first four years.
• Company profit-sharing scheme.
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays.
• Daily free meals and fresh fruit.
• A supportive team culture with regular social events.
• Clear career progression towards Team Leader or Management roles.