Trainee Accountant

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Job Title: Trainee Accountant, Regulatory Services
Location: United Kingdom (Milton Keynes office – in-office once a week, Wednesdays)

This role is perfect for a recent graduate looking to start a career in Financial Analysis and Accountancy, or for someone seeking a career transition from Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable.

BSI is seeking a Trainee Accountant to join our Regulatory Services Finance team. You will support both corporate and project finance activities, gaining broad exposure to financial processes and reporting across the business. This is an excellent opportunity to work towards a professional accountancy qualification while contributing to meaningful financial decision-making. The role requires attendance at our Milton Keynes office at least once a week on Wednesdays
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• Prepare month-end management accounts and process accounting transactions.

• Support budget, forecast, and variance analyses.

• Provide financial insight and reporting to stakeholders for performance management.

• Assist with balance sheet reporting and adherence to financial controls.

• Support project teams with cost planning, tracking, and reporting.

• Analyze project variances and financial risks against business cases.

• Develop and maintain cost tracking and reporting processes.

• Communicate cost commitments and plans to finance and FP&A teams.

• Create bespoke financial reports as required.

• Provide cover for other Finance team members when needed.

• High accuracy and attention to detail.

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

• Team player with excellent communication and a positive, proactive attitude.

• Ability to organize, prioritise workloads, and meet deadlines.

• Proficient in Excel; experience with other business intelligence tools is a plus.

• Desire to qualify in CIMA, ACA, ACCA, AAT, or equivalent.

Grow your career and expand your skills and knowledge. At BSI, we offer opportunities to work across industries and across the globe. You’ll benefit from the different perspectives and experiences of your international colleagues, as well as ongoing training and development. We offer flexible working, as well as 27 days’ annual leave, paid sick leave, bank holidays, health insurance, life insurance, pension plan with company contribution, car allowance (dependent on role), income protection, paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, paid parental leave, adoption leave, compassionate leave, paid bereavement leave, learning and development opportunities,and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.

We’re building an organisation that meets the challenges of tomorrow. Want to grow with us?

We exist to have a positive impact. Our people influence international thinking and action on important issues. Our 86,000 customers are based in 193 countries across the globe.

Now we’re taking on society’s biggest challenges. We’re developing standards and guidelines that will help our customers get to net zero, and we’re defining the way new technologies such as AI impact all our lives.

We’re focused on our future – and we’re looking for people who want to grow with us as we take on the challenges of tomorrow. At BSI, you’ll find a workplace where everyone can flourish and thrive, where innovation is encouraged and where learning is part of your everyday. You’ll contribute to work that shapes industries and enhances lives – and you’ll take pride in what you do.

We’re looking for passionate people who want to make a difference in a purpose-led organisation. If that sounds like you, apply now. Together, we can help create a better society and a more sustainable world.

The world needs fresh thinking and new perspectives to tackle its biggest challenges. It’s why, at BSI, we’re committed to creating a collaborative environment where everyone can contribute. Whatever your background, experience or outlook, here you can be your best self and do your best work.

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