Finance Graduate

Job Description

Make your degree stand out with an experience like no other.

Have you got a passion for Finance and are looking for a rotational graduate programme with a top employer? Join Sage as a Finance Graduate and gain practical, valuable skills from a global software company and unleash your potential.

Sage is a rapidly growing technology company that values innovation, creativity, and diversity. We pride ourselves on being at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and providing our customers with exceptional service. Our success is built on our people and we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. We are looking for aspiring Finance professionals to join our Finance Graduate program, that can help us execute at pace and accelerate growth.

Split between our Lawrenceville and Ponce City Market locations, our Finance Graduates will embark on an immersive journey of learning and growth. You'll get to experience two 12-month placements, gaining invaluable exposure and a deep understanding of key Finance crafts, from Accounting and Controllership, to Commercial Finance, giving you the key ingredients for success as a future Finance professional!

With a high-performing team and supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your career in Finance and set yourself up for success.

As well as on-the-job learning, you’ll benefit from five personal development days, which you can use to boost your skills and industry knowledge. We also encourage all our colleagues to impact their local communities by giving them five fully paid days per year to volunteer, fundraise, or do other charitable work through Sage Foundation. You may even be asked to return to your University, and present what looks like for a Graduate, and help us attract the next generation of Finance Graduates to Sage. And if that wasn’t enough, we will even offer financial support for qualifications relating to your CPA or CFA (or equivalent)!

What will you gain exposure to?

Throughout this program, you'll dive into two exciting 12-month placements across different parts of Sage’s finance team, giving you a front-row seat to a variety of roles. You'll build a strong network within the company, setting you up for a successful career in Finance at Sage and beyond.

You'll sharpen your technical accounting skills by working on analytics, processing transactions, and preparing reports. Plus, you'll collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders both inside and outside of Sage, boosting your communication and influencing skills. You'll play a key role in preparing regional management accounts and providing insights to help drive smart decisions.

With unmatched hands-on experience, your studies will strengthen your knowledge, and you'll receive top-notch coaching and mentoring to kickstart your career. You'll gain a well-rounded experience in Finance, mastering both technical skills and essential soft skills like communication and presentation. Get ready for practical experience in preparing management accounts, forecasts, and budgets for your business unit.

Join us for an epic journey that will not only grow your skills but also launch your career in Finance!

What will help you thrive in this role?

You're currently rocking a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Your strong analytical skills that can turn data into actionable insights. Your communication game is on point, making complex info easy to understand. As a team player with positive vibes, you're proactive, always eager to learn, and love tackling new challenges. Your adaptability shines in fast-paced environments where you juggle multiple tasks with ease.

Passionate about learning and innovation, you aim to delight customers and excel with Microsoft products. Your top-notch interpersonal and communication skills, including killer presentation and report writing abilities, set you apart. With an inquisitive nature and keen attention to detail, you're a standout in any team.

Our Graduate recruitment process:

Apply online with your CV and complete our screening process. Within 5 days of applying, you’ll be asked to complete a video interview.

If you make it through, you’ll join a shortlist for our assessment center, which is a 1-day F2F event in October. This is your chance to let your talents shine through team and individual activities and show us what you’re made of. From there, you'll be considered for the Graduate position.

Need any extra support or special accommodations for your video interview or the assessment center? Just email EarlyCareers@sage.com .

This role starts on January 6th, 2025.