International BSC Accounting Graduate Trainee Reporting to the International BSC Head of Accounting Purpose of the role The Heidelberg Materials (HM) International Business Service Centre (BSC) provides administrative, transactional and accounting services to in-scope HM companies. The BSC Finance Graduate Trainee team will rotate through a minimum of three placements spending at least 6 months in each role. The trainees will also undertake CIMA training during this period. Key accountabilities Three Core Rotations (all graduates must spend at least 6 months in each of these roles) Transaction Processing Work placement Become a fully productive team member in a transaction processing department. Accurately delivering high volumes of work utilising given processes Deliver good quality responses to queries, and provide excellent customer service Project Identify and deliver at least one continuous improvement initiative. Learning objectives Exposure to and knowledge of our core finance systems Understand the technical complexities and criticality of transactional sub-ledgers. Develop efficiency and optimisation mindset. Reporting and Analytics Work placement Working in the BSC reporting team, refresh and maintain existing reporting suite accurately and within agreed schedules. Adjust and develop existing reports to better suit business needs as required, and work with project teams to build any new reports required. Project Utilising BSC reporting, KPIs and data mining tools, analyse a given business problem use available data to propose solutions. Learning objectives Build expertise in reporting tools. Develop analytical and problem-solving skills. Management Accounting Work placement Work with the International BSC Senior Finance Manager to prepare BSC related accounts, including preparation of accruals and other journals. Assist with planning and forecasting activities. Prepare commentary and present results to BSC directors. Learning objectives P&L and Balance Sheet posting and review. Preparation of content and presentation of data for senior leadership audience Other potential placements will include the following: International Fixed Asset Management International General Ledger Management Project Management System migration / integration RPA / automation projects Process re-engineering. International Consultancy Education/Qualification (should be only Legal ones required) Degree (or predicted) 2:1 Finance & Accounting (or other numeracy related degree). The Graduate trainees will undertake CIMA training alongside the role. At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business. At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry. We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity. If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s). You may still be the right fit for this or other roles within our company. Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact Recruitment@uk.heidelbergmaterials.com for additional information or to request accommodations. We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive. Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments. We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.