Technology - Financial Modelling Graduate Scheme - Bristol

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Technology - Financial Modelling Graduate Scheme - Bristol

How we make the difference in Financial Modelling

As a graduate in our Financial Modelling practice, you’ll work directly with clients from day one, applying financial knowledge and technical expertise to deliver a range of services across all sectors. No two projects are the same!

Working with clients, you can expect to:

• Build bespoke financial and operational models: helping our clients make informed decisions, improve business operations, and forecast effectively for the future. These models incorporate complex financial, statistical and mathematical calculations to manipulate data, support automation and enhance reporting.
• Develop high-impact visual reports and dashboards: helping clients monitor KPIs and analyse trends from large volumes of data using a mix of different platforms.
• Review and validate clients’ existing models: providing confidence in their use, typically where they are being used to support high-profile transactions.

How you’ll grow with us

Our 3-year graduate programme will give you the opportunity to work on and build relationships with different clients, while providing you with the training to develop the financial, consulting and technology skills required across a broad range of tools such as; Excel, VBA, SQL, Python, Qlikview, Tableau, and Power BI. You’ll be working with some of the best in emerging practices and technologies.

As you progress, your Performance Manager will work with you to identify your goals and tailor learning and development opportunities. We provide plenty of support and a blend of opportunities to help you fuel your curiosity and achieve your potential.

You can also look forward to thorough ongoing internal and external training – you'll study for the CIMA professional qualification as part of the graduate programme.

People who thrive on the Financial Modelling programme are passionate about broadening their skills and knowledge to find solutions for our clients and have a love of working with numbers.

We seek those with a keen interest in developing both financial acumen and building their technology skills throughout the programme. We’d expect you to have a degree or postgraduate degree in STEM, Finance or Economics. For those applying to our Bristol office, due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be able to obtain UK security clearance.

The teams you could work in

Financial Modelling sits within its own team within the Technology and Engineering capability. We have some of the top minds in the industry, ready to support you and help you learn. Within this team, we work across three coverage areas: Financial Services, Corporates and Infrastructure, Government & Healthcare - meaning you’ll get a range of experience with a number of exciting projects and clients.

If you’re keen to find solutions, love working with numbers and want a route that will develop your modelling, consultancy and analytics skills, Financial Modelling could be for you.

Capability: Technology & Engineering

Programme length: 3 Years

Qualification: CIMA

What we look for

At KPMG, everyone brings a unique perspective, and we want to ensure that you have the best opportunity to demonstrate your potential. We want to discover your individual strengths and attributes to help us to know whether you’ll enjoy working here and how you’ll thrive. That’s why we operate an open access policy and an application process that will assess both your qualifications and your qualities.

Generally, you’ll be expected to demonstrate the following grades (*or equivalents), to show that you’re able to successfully study for professional qualifications. If you are a few grades or points short, we would still encourage you to apply, as your application will be reviewed together with your performance in our assessments. You‘ll also have the opportunity to provide additional information for us to assess your application and potential in the context of your socio-economic background and/or any extenuating circumstances, which may have a positive uplift on your academic achievements through contextual recruitment. You can find out more here.

GCSE Maths Grade 5 or B*

GCSE English Language Grade 5 or B*

120 UCAS points* from your ‘top’ 3 A Level grades, excluding General Studies

2:1 undergraduate degree in STEM, Finance or Economics, or 2:1 undergraduate degree in a non-STEM subject with a postgraduate degree in STEM, Finance or Economics.

Training & development

The training and development of our people is critical to the future success of our business. We want to empower you to grow in your own way, to feed your curiosity and embrace a growth mindset in an environment where learning is continuous. Therefore, we have created a rich curriculum and learning community to help you build your skills and fulfil your potential. This ranges from an immersive 5-day induction experience to help you transition to the world of work, formal training courses, leadership knowledge bites, learning journals, online courses and networking events – all aligned to our ‘learn for a lifetime’ strategy designed to help you gain an advantage for life.

The CIMA qualification uses innovative technology and is delivered via a blend of Online Classroom Live and recorded courses, in addition to in-centre classroom courses. It also has wrap-around support which consists of dedicated professional coaches, online portal content and live and recorded additional study sessions, which means there is a form of support for your every need.

This blended approach enables you to study and learn the content at a pace suited to your learning style, but ensures all are at the right technical level prior to stepping into revision elements, so you can focus on your exam technique before the exam. The structure of the programme is delivered via an apprenticeship route which really enables you to learn on the job and apply your knowledge to the workplace. It equally means that your learning and examinations are spread over the lifetime of the training contract, so that you are able to build up your technical knowledge, and can gradually apply what you are learning in training to your workplace experience.

In line with our hybrid model, you will be required to travel to our training partners offices, it is important that you read our guide on How to get the best out of our hybrid model.

Key skills

Throughout the recruitment process we will be looking to learn more about your strengths.

To be successful on this programme, you will be required to demonstrate the strengths that we look for in our graduates at KPMG.

About KPMG

Who we are

KPMG in the UK is part of a global network of member firms that offers Audit, Consulting, Deal Advisory, Tax & Law and Technology services. Through the talent of over 16,000 people, we turn insights into opportunities, making a positive difference for our clients and the communities we serve.

Our largest practice is Audit, which works with many of the world’s largest organisations, helping to build trust in businesses and the economy with a relentless focus on audit quality. In Consulting, Deal Advisory, Tax, KPMG Law and Technology & Engineering, we help companies solve complex challenges, transform businesses, develop confidence in markets and build stronger communities.

Like the organisations we work with, our firm is truly embracing change, and we’re creating a tech-driven, sustainable business that empowers our people to connect, collaborate and deliver exceptional work with a lasting impact on the world. 

Our firm is committed to creating an inclusive community where people can come as they are and thrive. We’re known for our collaborative culture, with people who take care of each other and bring their unique experiences and perspectives to build a better future, together. 

At KPMG, you’ll have the chance to work with inspiring colleagues using insights, ideas and emerging technologies to deliver client solutions. You’ll benefit from a rich learning experience, including funded professional qualifications or accreditations and mentoring – gaining learning that will last you a lifetime. Through KPMG employee networks, volunteering, and community initiatives, you’ll be empowered to build new friendships and make an impact outside of your day job too.

Joining KPMG means working for a values-led firm that supports people to be their best and make their mark, empowering people to build the careers they want.

How to apply

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