Finance Graduate

Finance Graduate

Location: Chorley - Office based – Parking on site

Employment type: Full time Permanent

Salary: £29,000 – Fixed starting salary with increases each year

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

What’s in it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.​ 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP​ and Mental health support & counselling services​ 
• Cycle to Work scheme​ 
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more​! 
• Life assurance cover​ 
• Long service recognition​ 
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community​ 

About the role…

The UK utilities industry is transforming fast - and so are we. We're looking for a driven and passionate Finance Graduate who’s eager to be part of something bigger. If you're excited about supporting frontline teams that deliver vital services 24/7/365 and want your work to have a real impact on local communities, this is your chance to make a difference from day one.

As a Finance Graduate you will…

• Working alongside the group accountant during month-end and annual audit process
• Assisting in the maintenance of financial accounts to ensure accuracy
• Support in the preparation of annual statutory accounts for the Group and its subsidiaries
• Support tax compliance across the Group, including VAT, CIS, Corporation Tax, PAYE, PSA and P11D submissions
• Support HMRC and Companies House filings 
• Gaining hands-on experience with month end processes, management accounts, forecasting and cash flow across the business
• Support in completion of government reporting (e.g. payment practices, ONS surveys)
• Contribute to ad-hoc initiatives as require
• Gain hands-on experience with forecasting and budgeting, supporting strategic financial planning across the business

About you…

We're looking for a driven and ambitious finance graduate with a 2:1 or above in Finance, Business, Economics, or Accounting, who’s ready to kick-start their career in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you're eager to become a Chartered Accountant and keen to pursue professional qualifications, we’ll back your journey every step of the way. You’ll be building strong relationships across the business so confidence and communication skills are key. This role is perfect for someone who’s not just looking for a job, but a long-term career path with real progression opportunities.

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities...

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR. 
 

Next steps...

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!