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Finance Graduate - 2027 - Watford

Skanska
Watford

Expected closing date: Friday, 13 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Gain hands-on experience and structured learning within Skanska's Finance team.
  • Develop technical accounting skills, commercial awareness, and data analysis abilities.
  • Work towards obtaining a professional accountancy qualification.
  • Programme starts in September 2027 in Leavesden, Watford.

About the Role

This role sits within Skanska's Finance team at their Head Office in Leavesden, Watford. The programme starts in September and is a permanent position.

What you'll do:

  • Assist with cashflow management, transaction recording, general ledger maintenance and balance sheet reconciliations to help deliver accurate corporate reporting and business controls.
  • Work with finance and operations colleagues to complete month-end and year-end activities, support audits and contribute to continuous process improvement and robust process documentation.
  • Maintain and improve process documentation and contribute to small improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and control.
  • Develop technical accounting skills and commercial awareness through a variety of placements across the business.
  • Actively participate in the Skanska Graduate Programme, complete assigned development activities, and progress toward obtaining your accountancy qualification.

What you'll bring to the role:

  • Final-year student or recent graduate with a Finance, Business or Maths related degree.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel and Accounting system skills.
  • Strong interest in innovation, sustainability, and positive societal impact, demonstrated through collaborative teamwork and proactive problem-solving.
  • Enthusiastic learner dedicated to personal and professional development, with a willingness to work towards professional accountancy qualification.

What we offer:

  • You will join a community of 100+ graduates and apprentices, with opportunities to build networks and collaborate across the business.
  • Support and guidance from experienced leaders and teams, plus development pathways to help you achieve professional accreditation — we cover membership expenses for the professional body of y