Group Finance Sustainability Accounting Trainee

  • All Locations
    East Midlands
  • Division
    Group Support Centre
  • Vacancy Type
    Permanent
  • Advertising Salary
    Competitive
  • Time Type
    Full Time
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What you'll be doing?

Our Finance teams don’t just process numbers; they collect vital information which informs decisions and drives our business. As such, they are at the heart of our commerciality.

We hold Finance in high regard as a pivotal driver in our continued success and performance, so if you enjoy working in a front-line, operational function where your work is highly valued and impacts visibly on our people and business, this could be your kind of place.

Reporting to the Group Finance Sustainability Account Lead, you will support in the Group’s ESG reporting process through consolidation and verification of data, contributing to the production of internal and external reports, whilst developing knowledge and skills through structured training.

The role plays a key part in ensuring Group reporting deadlines are met by building relationships with key stakeholders through our customer-focused approach.

You will be expected to:

  • Assist in the collection, validation, and consolidation of ESG and GHG data across Group functions and divisions.
  • Support internal verification activities by gathering evidence, preparing schedules, and reconciling datasets.
  • Assist the Sustainability Accounting Lead with external audit requests.
  • Help update and improve templates for divisional data submissions.
  • Support in the development of sustainability dashboards in Power BI.
  • Deliver sustainability reporting in subsidiary and joint venture financial statements.
  • Undertake structured training on ESG frameworks, audit processes, and carbon accounting

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

  • You will need a 2:2 degree, equivalent or higher qualification; preferably in a numerical / data-focused subject.
  • Demonstrate an interest in data collection and analysis, especially relating to ESG reporting.
  • Able to demonstrate and produce a high standard of written work and accurate numerical work.
  • Self-confident, articulate, resilient and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • A lateral and innovative thinker; sees change as an opportunity and challenge for the business.
  • Able to work on own initiative, with the drive to take ownership of tasks and projects
  • Strong communication skills, the ability to build effective and mutually beneficial working relationships both internally and externally.
  • Displays energy and enthusiasm to deliver goals and achievements.
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel required, and knowledge of Power BI preferable

    We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major housebuilder. It’s because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs.

    Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates.  We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues.

    We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.

    As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:
    • Competitive Salary
    • Competitive Bonus Scheme
    • Private Medical Cover - Single Cover
    • 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)
    • Choice of Flexible Benefits
    • Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
    Division: Group Support Centre
    Location: East Midlands
    Positions Available: 1
    Closing Date: 31 July 2026
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    Any questions?

    Our benefits are fit to measure

    Today’s housebuilding professional need tomorrow’s benefits, so they’re ready for whatever the future brings. When you join Barratt, you get the kind of support you would expect from a business built for a modern working world.

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    Private medical cover

    Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more — including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members.

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    Pension

    First-class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions.

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    Annual Health Assessment

    All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing.

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    Financial benefits

    As well as a competitive salary, we offer many ways to make life more affordable – from access to employee loans and savings accounts, to house purchase discounts.

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    Lifestyle benefits

    Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rate, discounts at major retailers… These make a massive difference to the quality of your lifestyle.

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    So much more…

    From death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) to a share buying scheme, we have an incredible range of additional benefits.

    About Group Support Centre

    Barratt Redrow PLC is the nation’s leading housebuilder, creating great new places to live throughout Britain.

    Our business is acquiring land, obtaining planning consents and building the highest quality homes in places people aspire to live. This is supported by our expertise in land, design, construction and sales and marketing.

    Our purpose is to make sustainable living a reality, building strong communities.

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    Putting diversity and inclusion front and centre

    We know that a diverse team is better for our customers, makes us a more attractive employer and results in a stronger, more sustainable business. Which is why we're so committed to developing our inclusive culture.

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    Thinking ahead to leave a better world behind

    We’re building a sustainable tomorrow, one house and one community at a time. Our commitment to our customers is rooted in every decision and day-to-day action we take.

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    Group Finance Sustainability Accounting Trainee

    • All Locations
      East Midlands
    • Division
      Group Support Centre
    • Vacancy Type
      Permanent
    • Advertising Salary
      Competitive