Graduate Management Accountant

About The Role

This is an entry-level role, suited to those who or are due to graduate university in 2025 or have already graduated. Our Graduate Development Programme is a two-year learning programme with an additional year required to complete a qualification in Chartered Accountancy. You will therefore be supported by Cala to work towards this qualification through the Institute of Chartered Accountants for Scotland (ICAS). You are a permanent employee from day one and will have a real opportunity to make an impact at Cala through executive sponsored projects as well as completing two varying discipline rotations across the wider business.

The programme includes:

• A three-day formal induction in Edinburgh
• Classroom and virtual sessions covering key stages in the construction lifecycle, and key business skills such as commercial awareness and influencing
• Interactive group projects working with a number of other graduates in disciplines across the business allowing you to build a strong network
• Networking opportunities with senior managers and peers
• One-to-one support from line managers, mentors, recent graduates, and industry professionals

Alongside programme activity, you will receive on-the-job training and you will play an integral role within the Finance team in our Head Office in Edinburgh supporting a combination of office and regional businesses. Supporting the Finance Team, your key responsibilities will therefore be as follows:

Supporting Cala Group:

• Year-End Reporting, including production of various Statutory Accounts within Cala Group
• Preparation and posting of Monthly intercompany interest journals
• Monthly checks and approval of Cala Management VAT Return
• Maintenance of regional employee salary site allocations
• Yearly preparation and posting of group-wide recharges
• Other ad-hoc reporting and MI

Supporting the Regions:

• Check and approve regional monthly reconciliations and controls, weekly cashflow reports and supplier payment runs
• Production of monthly regional management accounts including journal posting, salaries, accruals, cost of sales, cashflow and overheads
• Maintenance of fixed asset register
• Provide and present a range of financial information and analysis to internal customers, providing support where necessary to assist them with their finance
• Support the Finance Manager/ Director and provide ad-hoc financial information and reports as required

About You

We are seeking a new team member who is confident and has the passion and drive to succeed at the highest level.

You will have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a Bachelor’s degree with a 2:1 or above in a related field (e.g. Accounting & Finance, Business etc). You should also be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Eagerness to learn
• A can-do attitude, with ability to work on your own initiative
• Excellent time management, organisation, and prioritisation skills
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Strong people and relationship building skills
• Proven ability to produce quality information and accurate reports
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Has an eye for detail
• A team player
• Proficiency in IT skills, including MS Office Suite applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Interest in the housebuilding industry
• Industry experience is beneficial (e.g. Marketing interning/placement)
• Must have a full Right to Work in the UK
• Must have a willingness to travel

About Us

The Cala Group is a major UK housebuilder and leading provider of desirable new homes across Scotland, the South of England & Midlands. Driven by a mission to create vibrant and sustainable new communities, our homes are characterised by exceptional design and sector-leading build quality, and we have a passion for providing our customers with a great home buying experience.

Our goal is to be the favoured employer in our industry and beyond. We encourage applications from those who want to be part of a culture where they can thrive, feel a sense of belonging and be comfortable being themselves at work.

LOCATION

Cala Group Limited operates two head offices that support our nine regional Cala businesses. This role will be based in our Scotland Head Office in Edinburgh, and we offer a hybrid working pattern. As part of this role, a small degree of travel to regional businesses may be required.

REWARDS & BENEFITS

When you join our team, you become part of an inclusive environment, with support and growth opportunities to help you realise your own dreams and aspirations. We’re a living wage employer, and provide a comprehensive package of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance (25 days, plus 9 public holidays with opportunities to buy/sell)
• Private medical insurance & virtual GP
• Employee Assistance Programme (well-being, legal and financial matters)
• Generous pension scheme
• Opportunities to get involved with volunteering and fundraising
• Annual bonus
• Employee discounts

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please click the button below and attach your CV and covering letter as one document. For more information you can contact the recruitment team directly at CalaHomesEarlyTalent@sanctuarygraduates.co.uk using the subject heading ‘Graduate Management Accountant - Group’.

Our Graduate Development programme has the following recruitment process:

• Apply online with your CV and covering letter
• Video interview via Microsoft Teams with a member of the recruitment team
• Discovery Day in March 2025

We recognise that a diverse team makes us a stronger and more successful company. We value different ideas and perspectives as it helps improve our decision-making, products and services. And we’re striving to create an inclusive work environment, in which everyone can feel comfortable as themselves, uniquely contribute and do their best work. If we need to adjust anything in our recruitment process to support you, please contact CalaHomesEarlyTalent@sanctuarygraduates.co.uk.

The closing date to apply for this role is Monday 24th February 2025. Please note that depending on the volume of applications we receive, we may close this advert ahead of the closing date.