Finance Graduate (fixed term) - London

Founded in 1999 by Sukhinder and Rajbir Singh, The Whisky Exchange is a fast-growing and world-renowned international spirits business. It was one of the first multi-channel, multi-market global drinks distributors and is a leader in its field. Now made up of four group companies, it is an independently managed business and has been part of the Pernod Ricard Group since November 2021.

We pride ourselves on our imagination, creativity and ability to source and sell fantastic spirits across the globe. We love what we do and we would love you to come and join us.

The Opportunity

We have a fantastic 12-month fixed-term opportunity for someone who has recently completed their undergraduate degree in finance or accounting. This role is ideal for someone wanting to gain valuable experience in a commercial environment, whilst taking their first steps into an accountancy or finance career. We will provide you with on-the-job training and support while you gain exposure to the difference functions of our Finance team.

The role is hybrid with three days per week at our office in Park Royal.

Your unique contribution

This role will work across our whole finance team as required, but key responsibilities include:

• Posting of expense invoices into the accounting system at month-end
• Supporting various Supplier and bank reconciliations where necessary
• Support the Financial Controller with decision-making process reports (including Finance)
• Support the reviewing and loading of employee expenses into ERP system
• Working on developing better ways of working within team
• Supporting the Financial Planning & Analysis team with planning and forecasting tasks

Your blend of talent

We are looking for someone who is:

• A recent graduate with a degree finance or accounting (or similar)
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment whist always remaining professional
• A strong communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to demonstrate a tenacious, pragmatic approach to problem solving
• Able to demonstrate a proactive and ‘can do’ attitude
• Able to organise their own workload and possesses the ability to multi-task
• Excellent in their time management skills, including working to deadlines whilst remaining calm under pressure
• Accurate and detail-conscious
• Tech-savvy with excellent IT skills

Benefits of joining The Whisky Exchange

Fun Stuff

Staff Discount at The Whisky Exchange | Tastings | Product Education | Access to Events | Cycle to Work Scheme

Serious Stuff

EAP | Great Parental Leave Policies | Life Cover | Private Medical Insurance

Feel Good Stuff

S&R Initiatives | Career Development | Responsib’All Day | Employee Networks | Flexi Work | 25 Days Holiday (plus Bank Holidays)

Applications are to be received by Monday 8 July, however we reserve the right to close the advertisement sooner.

We’re committed to diversity and inclusion.

We promote diversity and inclusion throughout our business. In our teams, we proactively foster a diverse work force and an inclusive culture – an environment where we can truly be ourselves.

We will assess your application for this role based on your skills, experiences and achievements, not your gender, age, ethnic or educational background or any other such factors. Please feel free to leave these off your CV and application form if you so wish.