Finance Graduate
| Posting date: | 23 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,500 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 August 2025 |
| Location: | Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 3SA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wienerberger Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2609 |
Summary
Come and join us as a Finance Graduate at our Cheadle Head Office near Stockport!
wienerberger is a leading international provider of building materials and infrastructure solutions. We improve the quality of life and shape the future of construction.
About the Role
Joining Wienerberger as a Finance Graduate is a fantastic opportunity if you’re passionate about numbers and want to apply your mathematics skills in a real-world business environment.
You will enrol on a structured three / four-year training program, rotating through key finance departments: Production Controlling, Commercial Finance, and SG&A Finance (selling, general, and administrative finance)
You will work towards achieving your CIMA Level 4 or 7 qualification (depending on your educational background). Our apprenticeship offers a great blend of practical experience and academic learning, providing you with a solid foundation for a successful career in finance.
As you gain experience and rotate around the finance function you will be trained on a range of activities, which include:
Production Controlling Department:
Assist in the preparation and analysis of production budgets and forecasts.
Monitor and report on production costs, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
Collaborate with production managers to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making in production planning and control.
Commercial Finance Department:
Participate in the preparation of financial reports and presentations for management.
Analyse sales data and market trends to support pricing and profitability strategies.
Assist in financial modelling to evaluate commercial opportunities and risks.
Review pricing and profitability liaising with various commercial sales stakeholders.
SG&A Finance Department:
Assist in the preparation and monitoring of SG&A budgets and forecasts.
Analyse and report on SG&A expenses providing useful business insights.
Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to provide financial insights and recommendations.
SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) dashboard design, development and data modelling.
Engage with cross-functional teams to understand reporting needs and support ad hoc analysis.
Hours – Mon to Friday. 9am to 5pm
About you
Candidates with a degree in Accounting & Finance (or equivalent course) may be exempt from the level 4 course and will start on the level 7 CIMA professional qualification.
For all applicants we require
GCSE Maths & English (grade 4/C or above)
3 A-Levels (grade A to C)
A passion for self-development and learning and commitment to studying towards your CIMA qualification
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Good team work as well as self motivation
Thorough attention to details
Strong organisation skills
About our Benefits
Salary - £23500
Annual company bonus up to 4%
Pension scheme
25 days holiday + bank holidays & holiday flexibility (buy 4 extra days and sell up to 2 days) + additional volunteering day
Mentorship and support from experienced finance professionals.
Opportunity to gain a recognised professional qualification (CIMA).
Exposure to various finance functions within a leading manufacturing company.
Career progression opportunities within the company.
Plus even more benefits, such as…
Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes (including 24/7 online GP, discounts on counselling, mental health support service, get fit programmes)
Health & wellbeing benefits which include dental cover, health cash plan and eye tests
Financial advice/support available (including expert advice from our pension provider, and recommendations on savings & loans options)
Employee discounts available with various retailers, gyms, and wienerberger products
Life assurance (2x annual salary)
Opportunity to join our Share Incentive Plan and our Employee Profit Participation Programme
About us
With our 19,000 employees at 216 locations in 28 countries, we improve the lives of people all over the world. Our products and system solutions enable energy-efficient, healthy, climate-friendly and affordable living.
So what are you waiting for? Come and join Wienerberger as a Finance Apprentice and start growing your career with us today!
The closing date for this role is subject to change and may be closed earlier than advertised.
wienerberger is a leading international provider of building materials and infrastructure solutions. We improve the quality of life and shape the future of construction.
About the Role
Joining Wienerberger as a Finance Graduate is a fantastic opportunity if you’re passionate about numbers and want to apply your mathematics skills in a real-world business environment.
You will enrol on a structured three / four-year training program, rotating through key finance departments: Production Controlling, Commercial Finance, and SG&A Finance (selling, general, and administrative finance)
You will work towards achieving your CIMA Level 4 or 7 qualification (depending on your educational background). Our apprenticeship offers a great blend of practical experience and academic learning, providing you with a solid foundation for a successful career in finance.
As you gain experience and rotate around the finance function you will be trained on a range of activities, which include:
Production Controlling Department:
Assist in the preparation and analysis of production budgets and forecasts.
Monitor and report on production costs, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
Collaborate with production managers to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making in production planning and control.
Commercial Finance Department:
Participate in the preparation of financial reports and presentations for management.
Analyse sales data and market trends to support pricing and profitability strategies.
Assist in financial modelling to evaluate commercial opportunities and risks.
Review pricing and profitability liaising with various commercial sales stakeholders.
SG&A Finance Department:
Assist in the preparation and monitoring of SG&A budgets and forecasts.
Analyse and report on SG&A expenses providing useful business insights.
Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to provide financial insights and recommendations.
SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) dashboard design, development and data modelling.
Engage with cross-functional teams to understand reporting needs and support ad hoc analysis.
Hours – Mon to Friday. 9am to 5pm
About you
Candidates with a degree in Accounting & Finance (or equivalent course) may be exempt from the level 4 course and will start on the level 7 CIMA professional qualification.
For all applicants we require
GCSE Maths & English (grade 4/C or above)
3 A-Levels (grade A to C)
A passion for self-development and learning and commitment to studying towards your CIMA qualification
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Good team work as well as self motivation
Thorough attention to details
Strong organisation skills
About our Benefits
Salary - £23500
Annual company bonus up to 4%
Pension scheme
25 days holiday + bank holidays & holiday flexibility (buy 4 extra days and sell up to 2 days) + additional volunteering day
Mentorship and support from experienced finance professionals.
Opportunity to gain a recognised professional qualification (CIMA).
Exposure to various finance functions within a leading manufacturing company.
Career progression opportunities within the company.
Plus even more benefits, such as…
Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes (including 24/7 online GP, discounts on counselling, mental health support service, get fit programmes)
Health & wellbeing benefits which include dental cover, health cash plan and eye tests
Financial advice/support available (including expert advice from our pension provider, and recommendations on savings & loans options)
Employee discounts available with various retailers, gyms, and wienerberger products
Life assurance (2x annual salary)
Opportunity to join our Share Incentive Plan and our Employee Profit Participation Programme
About us
With our 19,000 employees at 216 locations in 28 countries, we improve the lives of people all over the world. Our products and system solutions enable energy-efficient, healthy, climate-friendly and affordable living.
So what are you waiting for? Come and join Wienerberger as a Finance Apprentice and start growing your career with us today!
The closing date for this role is subject to change and may be closed earlier than advertised.