Accounting Analyst - 12 Month Placement

This is a 12-month placement position for an Accounting Analyst. You will work within a team of accountants and financial analysts responsible for the accounts preparation and financial management of Lockheed Martin UK Ltd and other associated legal entities. This role offers significant experience in the financial and accounting activities of a major international corporation.

Role and Responsibilities

• Data Analysis & Reporting: Gather and analyze data from ledgers and financial systems. Use Excel and other tools to present insights and contribute to financial decision-making.
• SAP System Experience: Gain hands-on experience with SAP, managing financial transactions and accounting tasks.
• Month-End & Year-End Support: Assist with month-end and year-end activities including journal posting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• External Audit Interaction: Help prepare for external audits and work closely with auditors.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to projects aimed at improving financial processes, internal controls, and efficiency.
• Special Projects: Take ownership of or assist with ad-hoc financial projects.

What We Offer

• Hands-On Experience: Work with experienced professionals on real-world accounting tasks and gain insights into a global corporation.
• Training & Development: Access to training sessions, workshops, and mentorship opportunities.
• Networking Opportunities: Build relationships with professionals across the business.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for previous placement students to secure permanent roles.

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Studying for a degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Economics or related areas, expecting at least a 2:1.
• General knowledge of business and financial matters.
• Proficient in Excel.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and articulate communication.
• Strong commitment and high motivation.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Ability to liaise with all levels of the organisation, multiple departments, and external customers/auditors.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to listen and adapt.
• Ability to evolve and improve systems and processes.
• Integrity to ensure the 'right thing' is done, especially regarding internal controls.

Desired Skills

• Ability to think creatively and develop new processes and applications.
• Proficient in Word and PowerPoint.
• Double-entry bookkeeping knowledge.